Interpreting Les Misérables

Worksheet Description

In this Grade 12 Reading Literature Comprehension worksheet, students are tasked with analyzing and evaluating the similarities and differences between Victor Hugo’s renowned novel, “Les Misérables,” and its musical adaptation. Both versions offer distinct interpretations of the same story, and this exercise encourages students to delve into various aspects.

Students will explore the story’s elements, such as the narrative structure, setting, characters, imagery, and the moral or message conveyed. By closely examining these facets, students will gain a deeper understanding of how a literary work can be transformed and reimagined in a musical context while retaining its core essence. This comparative study fosters critical thinking and literary analysis skills.