Fourteen Minutes Past Two Read p106 until the top of p112.

vocabulary Vermin any various small animal or insects that are pests; e.g. rats, cockroaches To bellow To jump through hoops Regimental depot to shout loudly without restraint/ roar to act like a circus animal regimental headquarters and normally also the place where recruits are assembled and trained. Khaki yellowish brown colour cloth used especially for military uniform Nipper Thatcher Living cheek by jowl Packs Bayonets a young person someone skilled in making a roof from plant stalks living close together/ side by side a bundle (especially carreid on the back) a knife that can be fixed to the end of a rifle and be used as a weapon Basic Training Youve just read the section in the novel where Tommo describes his training. Now write a letter home, as if you are Tommo, which describes the basic training and telling the family how it is all going. Remember to include: Description of the uniform What you have been required to do (are you having a good time, what have you learnt, are you scared?) The other men How Charlie is doing Best wishes to everyone Use approx. 150 words