Man-Size-in-Marble by E. Nesbit
Halloween ghost story by the author of The Railway Children.Before Listening
Look at the image. What can you see? What do you think the story is about?
Before Listening/Reading Vocabulary Worksheet
A young couple move to a remote cottage in the country. It seems perfect - until Halloween.
Every night they walk through a wood to visit the village church.
Inside the church there are two marble statues. 
Why do they frighten local people?
- This complete adapted version of story is free to read and listen to here
- The original text is available for cross-reference &/or use with higher levels (B2+) and/or stronger readers.
- Language Level: Intermediate B1+
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