In Part 5, the concluding part of this science fiction story, Paul and Lloyd finally confront each other. In this lesson, the students will: look back over the story so far; practise listening for gist; listen for detail; discuss the tragic end of the story; study the effect of long vowels on atmosphere; decide on the opening and closing scenes of a film adaptation.

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The Shadow and the Flash

This advanced-level story, by Jack London, was first published in 1903. In it, two competitive scientists take different routes to achieving invisibility, with tragic results. The story is told in five parts; each part contains audio and an accompanying lesson plan written by Daniel Barber, which includes teacher’s notes, student ...