This meticulously crafted script is a complete guide for conducting a memorable and educational class assembly focused on the Year 4 curriculum. It’s not just a script; it’s a journey through the academic year that paints a vivid picture of the learning experience in Year 4. The Resource includes a detailed script, a character list, and a list of recommended props to bring the assembly to life. Each aspect of the script is designed to reflect the essence of Year 4, from tackling advanced mathematics concepts to exploring fascinating science topics like food chains, sound, electricity, and gases. History and geography aren’t left behind, with engaging discussions about the Stone Age, the Romans, and the Anglo-Saxons. In English and maths, the script reinforces key skills such as the correct usage of apostrophes and commas, times tables, and essential spellings. But what truly sets this script apart is its focus on fostering independence and confidence in learning, a critical aspect of Year 4. But that’s not all. Our Resource also comes with a list of Adaptions For Other Year Groups and School Types, making it versatile and adaptable. Want to make edits to the PDF? No problem! Simply upload it to Google Docs, and it becomes editable, allowing you to tailor the script to your school’s specific needs. We encourage you to check out our other resources on the TES website for more quality educational materials. And don’t forget to visit The Teaching Couple for a plethora of other helpful resources designed to enhance teaching and learning experiences. Our “Year 4 Class Assembly Script” isn’t just a product; it’s a tool for transformation, enabling educators to create an enriching, engaging, and educational assembly that will leave a lasting impression. So why wait? Embark on this exciting journey of learning with our Resource today!

Introducing our captivating and informative World War I Class Assembly Script – a comprehensive PDF designed to help teachers create memorable and educational class assemblies that delve into the significant events of the Great War. This meticulously crafted script transports students back in time, immersing them in the complex history and inspiring stories of courage, perseverance, and camaraderie during WWI. Our Class Assembly script is tailored to captivate your students’ attention, fuel their curiosity, and instill a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by countless individuals during this monumental period in history. Featuring poignant speeches from notable figures and vivid descriptions of key events, the script encourages students to explore the far-reaching consequences of the war on a global scale. Beyond the battlefield, our script also delves into the experiences of ordinary people whose lives were forever changed by the war. This unique approach offers a valuable perspective on the resilience and adaptability of communities during these trying times. With content adaptable for various subjects and age groups, this script serves as an indispensable resource for any educator. For more outstanding resources to support your teaching journey, be sure to check out our extensive collection on the TES website. You’ll discover a wealth of materials designed to cater to your specific classroom needs. Please leave us a review if you find the review useful! If you leave a review, send me a picture of the review at dan@theteachingcouple.com and I will send you some free planning resources! The Teaching Couple is committed to providing educators with innovative and engaging content that inspires both teachers and students alike. Elevate your class assemblies and lessons with our exceptional resources and discover the difference today!

Introducing our Shang Dynasty Class Assembly Script - a comprehensive, engaging, and easy-to-follow resource designed to help teachers effortlessly prepare for their class assembly. This script offers a captivating journey through the Shang Dynasty, one of the earliest dynasties in Chinese history. It introduces students to various characters from the era, from high priests and oracle readers to farmers and bronze workers, offering them a chance to step into different roles and truly immerse themselves in this fascinating period. Our script is not just a performance piece but also a valuable learning tool. It encourages students to explore key aspects of the Shang Dynasty, including its society, culture, and significant achievements. This interactive approach to learning helps students gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of history, making education an exciting adventure. Every aspect of our script has been carefully curated to ensure it is age-appropriate, educational, and entertaining. It includes detailed character descriptions, clear stage directions, and engaging dialogue, ensuring that every student, regardless of their role, feels included and important. Furthermore, we understand the importance of flexibility in teaching resources. Our script can be easily adapted to suit different class sizes, abilities, and timeframes. Whether you’re planning a short performance or a full-length production, this script can be tailored to meet your needs. Please leave us a review if you find the review useful! If you leave a review, send me a picture of the review at dan@theteachingcouple.com and I will send you some free planning resources! We are committed to providing tools that support educators in creating dynamic, inclusive, and stimulating learning environments. Let us help you inspire the historians, archaeologists, and explorers of tomorrow with our Shang Dynasty Class Assembly Script!

Introducing our comprehensive 6-Lesson Unit on “Living Things and their Habitats”. This engaging package is designed to immerse students in the fascinating world of biology, offering a blend of interactive Smart Notebook Whiteboard Slides, captivating activities, and a detailed lesson plan. Key Details: Exploration and Comparison: Students will delve into the captivating world of living things, learning to differentiate between organisms that are living, dead, and those that have never been alive. Isn’t it intriguing to understand what truly defines ‘life’? Understanding Habitats: The unit guides students to identify that most living things reside in habitats best suited to their needs. It addresses how diverse habitats cater to the basic needs of various animals and plants and how these organisms interdependently coexist. Ever wondered how a cactus survives in a desert or a polar bear in the Arctic? Identifying Flora and Fauna: Students will learn to identify and name an array of plants and animals in their respective habitats, including micro-habitats. Can you imagine the myriad of organisms that might be living in a single drop of pond water? Food Chains: The unit delves into how animals procure their food from plants and other animals, using the concept of a simple food chain. It also helps students identify and name different food sources. Did you know that every living organism, including us, forms part of various food chains? Working Scientifically Skills: Questioning: This unit fosters curiosity by encouraging students to ask questions and understand that there can be multiple answers. Observation: Students will learn to observe closely using simple equipment, developing their attention to detail. Identification and Classification: The unit enhances students’ ability to identify and classify various organisms, honing their analytical skills. Suggesting Answers: Students will be guided to use their observations and ideas to propose answers to questions, promoting critical thinking. Data Collection and Recording: Students will gather and record data to assist in answering questions, fostering their research skills. This 6-Lesson Unit is more than just a series of lessons; it’s an enlightening journey into the world of living organisms and their habitats, stimulating curiosity, and fostering scientific skills.

Travel back in time with your students and embark on an electrifying journey with our comprehensive class assembly script! This resource is all about the fascinating evolution of electricity, featuring key figures like Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla. Our assembly script is designed to educate and entertain, making it perfect for a memorable class performance in front of the whole school. It’s not just a script - it’s a complete package that will make planning your assembly both easy and fun. What’s Included? Detailed Script: Our script is meticulously crafted, covering the significant milestones in the history of electricity. From the ancient Greeks’ discovery of static electricity to the modern advancements in renewable energy sources, the script engages students in an interactive learning experience. Character List: We provide a character list that outlines 30 roles, each representing different eras or key figures in the history of electricity. This makes assigning parts to your students straightforward and ensures everyone has a role to play. Recommended Props List: To bring the script to life, we include a list of recommended props. These visual aids will help illustrate the concepts and events in the script, making the performance more engaging and memorable. Adaptions For Other Year Groups and School Types: We understand that every class is unique, so we’ve included suggestions for adapting the script to suit different year groups and school types. By using this resource, you’ll not only be preparing an informative and entertaining assembly, but you’ll also be facilitating a deeper understanding of a key scientific concept. This resource is available for download on the TES website. While you’re there, don’t forget to check out our other resources designed to make teaching a more enriching and less stressful experience. Please leave us a review if you find the review useful! If you leave a review, send me a picture of the review at dan@theteachingcouple.com and I will send you some free planning resources!

Introducing our comprehensive unit pack on migration, meticulously designed to provide an all-encompassing learning experience for your students. This resource kit includes overview plans, interactive whiteboard (IWB) materials, a plethora of resources, ideas for differentiated instruction, and key questions to stimulate critical thinking. Here is an outline of the first six lessons: Lesson Breakdown: Lesson 1: Kickstart the unit with an engaging discussion using images that share a common thread. Introduce the concept of migration through a video here. Utilize maps and atlases to extract information and draw conclusions. Find additional resources here, here, and here. Wrap up the session with reflective questions on migrants’ emotions. Lesson 2: Dive into the ‘push and pull’ factors of migration with pre-planned activities. Discuss personal feelings in a guided group setting, followed by reflection. Lesson 3: Explore how migration impacts people and places through real-life stories. Encourage students to evaluate the negatives and positives. Examine the UK’s changing dynamics due to migration. Lesson 4: Understand economic migration with this resource. Analyze statistics on work migration within the EU and the top destinations for economic migrants. Discuss the reasons and impacts of this type of migration. Lesson 5: Use this PowerPoint to discuss climate change and its role in creating climate refugees. Students will write letters to the government expressing their understanding of the issue and suggesting solutions. Lesson 6: Consolidate learning with a follow-up task that asks students to apply their understanding of migration. Use these resources, here, here, and here to discuss refugees. Finally, engage students in a reflective debate on whether they agree with this perspective. Our migration unit pack is not just a teaching resource; it’s an immersive journey through the complex world of human migration, offering a multifaceted approach to learning. Don’t forget to check out our other resources available on the TES website. We offer a variety of teaching aids designed to enrich your classroom experience.

Immerse your students in imaginative storytelling with this 1-week narrative writing unit inspired by the short film “Space Monkey” from The Literacy Shed. Through vivid character development, figurative language, and purposeful story structure, young writers will blast off into outer space to craft their own stellar sci-fi tales. Overview Day 1: Describe the main character using expanded noun phrases and rich details. Day 2: Use figurative language like similes and metaphors to portray the character. Day 3: Plan the story structure - opening, build-up, problem, resolution, ending. Day 4: Write a draft, focusing on past tense, description, and literary techniques. Day 5: Revise and polish the story. Share with peers for feedback. Toolkit for Budding Authors Your students will learn to: Select precise nouns, classifiers, and describers in expanded noun phrases Enliven their writing with powerful verbs, adverbs, similes, metaphors Write in the past tense with consistency Use literary techniques like personification and fronted adverbials Convey not just actions but feelings, observations, and inner dialogue Organize ideas into a compelling narrative arc Let their imaginations blast off! This unit will develop key writing skills while unleashing your students’ creativity. Their space monkey stories are sure to be out of this world.

An editable google slides assembly presentation based around Anti-Bullying Week 2024 and its theme of Choosing Respect Suitable for KS2. We have a separate KS1 version. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Widgits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Extension ideas included in notes to create writing activities based on personal reflection. Opportunities for thinking and partner discussion as well as sharing thoughts, ideas and personal experiences with the assembly or group. Slides include: What is Anti-Bullying Week 2024? What are Anti-Bullying Week’s aims? When is Anti-Bullying Week 2024? What is bullying? What is respect? Is it possible to disagree respectfully? Scenarios where the children need to decide if people are being respectful or not. When is banter actually bullying? Online Bullying. What can we do to stop bullying? Information about Odd Socks Day. Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.

Key Details: Focus Text: Way Home by Gregory Rogers Contains Plans, slides, activities. 4 Week Unit Shane is a boy who lives alone on the streets. We don’t realise this until the end of the book, when he takes the cat he has found back home with him to a shelter filled with his possessions, to be his friend. Shane’s fast paced story is told to the cat. The illustrations in this picture book are very evocative, full of symbols and meanings that add to what we learn about Shane and his life. Overall aims of this teaching sequence: To engage children with a story with which they will empathise To explore themes and issues, and develop and sustain ideas through discussion To develop creative responses to the text through drama, storytelling and artwork To write in role in order to explore and develop empathy for characters To write with confidence for real purposes and audiences This teaching sequence is approximately 5 weeks long if spread out over 20 sessions. The book supports teachers to teach about emotional response to strong themes in narrative fiction. This text offers readers a good stimulus for writing. Teachers will need to be aware of any children who may have experienced homelessness or who live in shelters or temporary accommodation before sharing this text with a class.

Key Details: Focus Text: The Matchbox Diary by Paul Fleischman 4 Week Writing Unit Contains Plans, slides, resources. Introducing our meticulously designed 4-week teaching unit, centered around the captivating text “The Matchbox Diary” by Paul Fleischman. This comprehensive writing unit provides an all-inclusive package containing plans, slides, and resources to ensure a seamless teaching experience. “The Matchbox Diary,” illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline, tells the heartwarming story of a man sharing his early life experiences with his great-granddaughter. Unable to read or write in his youth, he ingeniously preserved memories in matchboxes, each containing an object that symbolized a significant event in his past. The narrative unfolds as the family’s journey from Italy to America in the early 20th century is revealed through the examination of each object, accompanied by images resembling framed sepia photographs. The once illiterate boy ultimately becomes someone who makes the printed word accessible to others. Our teaching unit aims to: Engage children with a relatable and empathetic story. Explore themes and issues, fostering connections with students’ own lives through discussion and idea development. Encourage creative responses to the text through drama, music, dance, storytelling, and artwork. Compose poetry. Write in role to explore and develop empathy for characters. Boost students’ confidence in writing for real purposes and audiences. Spanning approximately 20 sessions, this 4-week teaching sequence supports educators in addressing topics such as separation, belonging, adjusting to new circumstances, and life journeys. Elevate your teaching experience and inspire your students with our exceptional teaching unit focused on “The Matchbox Diary” by Paul Fleischman. Don’t miss out on our extensive collection of teaching resources and units of work! We’re dedicated to providing valuable content that will enrich your teaching experience and inspire both you and your students. Join our growing community of educators today and discover the endless possibilities with The Teaching Couple.

Transform your class assembly into a scientific spectacle with “The Marvelous States of Matter” script! This resource is the perfect tool for teachers aiming to educate and entertain the school with a captivating performance about the wonders of physical science. Key Features: Detailed Script: Our comprehensive script takes the audience on an exploratory journey through solids, liquids, and gases. The dialogue is crafted to be both educational and engaging, ensuring that the concepts of states of matter are accessible and memorable for all students. Character List: The script includes a variety of characters that personify the different states of matter, making the learning process dynamic and personable. From the sturdy Solid to the free-flowing Liquid, and the ever-expansive Gas, each student will have a role that contributes to the scientific narrative. Recommended Props: A list of creative and easy-to-assemble props is provided to enrich the visual experience of the assembly. These props serve as visual aids that help solidify the students’ understanding of the states of matter. Adaptations for Various Settings: Whether you’re teaching a different age group or at a specialized school, our resource offers suggestions for adapting the script to various educational environments. This ensures that the “States of Matter” assembly can be enjoyed and learned from by a diverse audience. Educational Impact: This script doubles as an interactive learning experience, promoting student engagement with foundational scientific principles. It’s an ideal complement to the curriculum that supports kinesthetic, auditory, and visual learning styles. Additional Information: Editable PDF: Recognizing the need for customization, we’ve made our script available in an editable PDF format. Simply upload the document to Google Docs, and you can modify it to suit your class’s needs and highlight your students’ talents. More Resources Available: If you find “The Marvelous States of Matter” class assembly script to be a valuable addition to your teaching toolkit, be sure to explore more of our educational resources on the TES website. We offer a wide range of materials across various subjects to enhance your teaching and your students’ learning experiences. Why Choose Our Resource? “The Marvelous States of Matter” class assembly script is more than just a performance piece; it’s an interactive and visual approach to science education. By engaging students in a performance, they become active participants

Key Details: Theme: Beliefs and Practices Key Question: What is the best way for a Christian to show commitment to God? Learning outcomes, differentiated for this group from the ‘I can’ statements AT1 (B) Practices and Ways of life and AT2 (F) Values and Commitments Level 1 I can use the right names for things that are special to Christians. I can talk about how I feel towards an issue that is important to me, (assessed in Lesson 1). Level 2 I can talk about one of the ways Christians show commitment to God. I can decide which way I think is the best way for a Christian to show commitment to God. Level 3 I can describe some of the ways that Christians choose to show commitment to God and am starting to understand that they may do this in different ways. I can start to understand there are different degrees of commitment and that’s up to individual Christians. Level 4 I can describe how different practices enable Christians to show their commitment to God and understand that some of these will be more significant to some Christians than others. I can explain why I think some ways of showing commitment to God would be better than others for Christians. Level 5 I can explain why it is important to Christians to show their commitment to God and can describe different ways they choose to do this. I can explain that individuals choose to show different degrees of commitment to their religion and can relate this to commitments I make in my life.

Are you a teacher planning your next class assembly? Our Maths Class Assembly Script is the perfect resource to ensure a smooth, entertaining, and educational performance by your students. This resource is not just a script; it’s a comprehensive guide that aids teachers in preparing for their class assembly. It comes complete with a detailed script that weaves in the magic of mathematics into everyday activities, an extensive character list for up to 30 students, and a recommended list of props to bring the performance to life. One of the unique features of our Class Assembly Script is its adaptability. We understand that every class, year group, and school type is different. That’s why we’ve included a list of adaptations for other year groups and school types, ensuring this resource is flexible to your specific needs. The Maths Class Assembly Script is designed to engage the audience while highlighting the importance and relevance of mathematics in our daily lives. From mapping the stars to recycling waste, reading books, and even dreaming, it shows how maths is everywhere! Check out this resource on the TES website and discover how it can make your next class assembly a memorable one. And don’t forget to visit our website The Teaching Couple for more fantastic resources to assist in your teaching journey. With our Maths Class Assembly Script, you’ll have everything you need to create a captivating and educational performance that your students will enjoy and the rest of the school will remember. Explore our other resources on TES and our website for more high-quality, teacher-friendly materials.

In this unit children will be re-introduced to the topic of electricity. This 7 lesson unit pack includes interactive whiteboard slides, detailed lesson plans, and daily differentiated activities to support your class. Pupils will be taught to: • identify common appliances that run on electricity • construct a simple series electrical circuit, identifying and naming its basic parts, including cells, wires, bulbs, switches and buzzers • identify whether or not a lamp will light in a simple series circuit, based on whether or not the lamp is part of a complete loop with a battery • recognise that a switch opens and closes a circuit and associate this with whether or not a lamp lights in a simple series circuit • recognise some common conductors and insulators, and associate metals with being good conductors. Working scientifically skills to be worked on: • asking relevant questions and using different types of scientific enquiries to answer them • setting up simple practical enquiries, comparative and fair tests • making systematic and careful observations and, where appropriate, taking accurate measurements using standard units, using a range of equipment, including thermometers and data loggers • gathering, recording, classifying and presenting data in a variety of ways to help in answering questions • recording findings using simple scientific language, drawings, labelled diagrams, keys, bar charts, and tables • reporting on findings from enquiries, including oral and written explanations, displays or presentations of results and conclusions • using results to draw simple conclusions, make predictions for new values, suggest improvements and raise further questions • identifying differences, similarities or changes related to simple scientific ideas and processes • using straightforward scientific evidence to answer questions or to support their findings.

Introducing our comprehensive Year 2 Class Assembly Script Resource – your all-in-one guide to creating an engaging and educational class assembly performance that brings Year 2 curriculum to life. This resource provides you with a detailed script that encapsulates the key learning points from Year 2. It includes a character list, ensuring each child has a role, and a recommended prop list to enrich the performance visually. Our script focuses on three core subjects: Maths: The script reflects how children in Year 2 build on their Year 1 skills, learning to add and subtract two-digit numbers, spotting simple fractions in shapes and quantities, measuring and weighing objects, telling time up to five minutes, and describing properties of 2D and 3D shapes. English: The script showcases the development of children’s phonics understanding, introduction to exception words, and their burgeoning writing skills, including handwriting and narrative composition about personal experiences. Science: Even though science isn’t part of the KS1 SATs exams, the script introduces key topics such as living things and their habitats, working scientifically, plants and their lifecycle, animals, humans and their basic needs, and uses of everyday materials. In addition to the main script, we have included a list of adaptions for other year groups and school types, ensuring this resource can be tailored to suit different educational contexts. If you need to make edits to the PDF script, simply upload it to Google Docs, where it becomes editable, providing flexibility to adjust the content to your specific needs. This unique resource is designed to be informative, instructional, professional, and approachable, embodying our commitment to support teachers in creating rich, engaging learning experiences. We encourage you to explore our other resources on the TES website for more quality educational materials. For additional support, visit The Teaching Couple, where you’ll find a wealth of helpful resources designed to enhance your teaching journey. Take the stress out of planning your class assembly with our Year 2 Class Assembly Script Resource, a tool that combines education and entertainment in a format that both students and teachers will love.

This comprehensive package offers a detailed script that encapsulates the entire curriculum of Year 6, with a focus on English, Maths, and Science. The script is designed to be performed by the students in front of their school, transforming the process of learning into an engaging and interactive experience. The resource comes with a character list that brings out the unique traits of each student, along with a list of recommended props that add a visual element to the performance. The script emphasizes key learning outcomes for Year 6, including advanced punctuation and sentence structure, vocabulary expansion, long multiplication and division, working with fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, and a host of scientific methods and processes. What sets our assembly script apart is its adaptability. We understand that each class, each year group, and each school type has its unique requirements. Therefore, we’ve included a list of adaptations for other year groups and school types, making this resource versatile and easy to integrate into any educational setting. Want to make edits to the PDF? No problem! Simply upload it to Google Docs, and it becomes editable, giving you the flexibility to tailor the script to your specific needs. We encourage you to explore our other resources available on the TES website. For more helpful tools and materials, visit our website at The Teaching Couple. Our aim is to make teaching and learning a fun, engaging, and rewarding journey for both educators and students. Add our Year 6 Assembly Script Resource to your teaching toolkit and watch the magic unfold in your classroom!"

Presenting our engaging and informative PDF, the perfect class assembly script for teachers looking to bring the fascinating world of the Anglo-Saxons to life in front of the entire school! This carefully crafted script takes students on a captivating journey through the key events, people, and culture of the Anglo-Saxon period. With its easy-to-follow format, teachers can effortlessly prepare their class to deliver an unforgettable performance that will both educate and entertain. Our Anglo-Saxons class assembly script includes: A comprehensive script with clear speaking parts for every student Engaging, age-appropriate content tailored for primary school students Fun, interactive elements to keep the audience engaged and entertained Brief historical context and background information to help teachers guide their students through the material Not only will your students learn about the rich history of the Anglo-Saxons, but they’ll also develop essential skills such as public speaking, teamwork, and self-confidence. But wait, there’s more! Be sure to check out our extensive range of resources available on the TES website, covering a variety of topics and subjects, perfect for enhancing your teaching experience. Please leave us a review if you find the review useful! If you leave a review, send me a picture of the review at dan@theteachingcouple.com and I will send you some free planning resources! Don’t miss this opportunity to create a memorable and educational class assembly that will leave a lasting impression on your students and audience alike. Download our Anglo-Saxons Class Assembly Script PDF today and watch history come alive!

Empower your child to excel in language and critical thinking with our captivating Antonyms Quiz PDF! This thought-provoking quiz is meticulously designed to help young learners recognize, understand, and use antonyms – essential tools for developing a versatile vocabulary and fostering analytical thinking. Our Antonyms Quiz features a diverse array of words and examples that will challenge and expand your child’s vocabulary. By working through this interactive PDF, they’ll become proficient at identifying antonyms, enabling them to think more critically about word choice and meaning in their writing. But there’s more to discover! Our Antonyms Quiz is just one of the many outstanding resources available on the TES website. We invite you to explore our extensive collection of educational materials tailored to various subjects and age groups. Our passion for education shines through in the wealth of tools, tips, and materials we offer, all aimed at helping children unlock their full potential. Seize this opportunity to enhance your child’s vocabulary and critical thinking skills with our Antonyms Quiz. Download it now and watch as they skillfully navigate the world of language, using antonyms to enrich their understanding and expression in writing!

Unlock your child’s creative potential with our Adjectives Word Mat, specially designed to help young writers craft the most thrilling and bone-chilling scary setting descriptions! This comprehensive PDF is brimming with a wide array of adjectives that will inspire children to weave spine-tingling narratives, painting vivid images in the reader’s mind. Our Adjectives Word Mat makes it easy for children to pick and choose the perfect words to add depth and atmosphere to their spooky stories. By using this resource, they’ll learn to enhance their writing skills and expand their vocabulary, all while having fun exploring their imagination. But wait, there’s more! Our Adjectives Word Mat is just one of the many outstanding resources available on the TES website. We encourage you to dive deeper into our treasure trove of educational materials that cater to various subjects and age groups. Our passion for education shines through in the wealth of tools and tips we offer, all aimed at helping children reach their full potential. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to elevate your child’s writing and spark their love for storytelling with our Adjectives Word Mat. Download it now and watch as they create eerie, spine-tingling tales that captivate readers and leave them wanting more!

Year 4 - PSHE - Needs and Wants. In this lesson the class will learn about the difference between needs and wants. I recommend using a circle time to discuss how there are things in life that we cannot do without (air, food, shelter etc) and there are those things in life we want (Xbox, Macdonalds etc). This worksheet then provides a table for children to write down a list of needs and wants, and then reflect on the difference between the two. This is a perfect opportunity to assess whether they have truly understood.