The Pilgrim's Progress: A Reader's Theater Script-Story + Excerpt Handout

Second only to the Bible in all-time readership, John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress is a classic allegory and a staple of British Literature. Plagued by visions of destruction, Christian (the titular pilgrim) must travel the true path in search of the narrow gate, through which he may lose the burden upon his back. This adaptation covers the first portion of Christian's journey from the City of Destruction, through the Slough of Despond, past Worldly Wiseman, and finally to the Wicket Gate, where he finds salvation. A second handout gives a 4-page excerpt of Christian's battle with the monster-like fiend Apollyon.

NOTE:  Rather than being a comprehensive overview of The Pilgrim's Progress, this download is designed for literature teachers who wish to give their students an introduction to the classic story, its themes, and symbolism.

This download includes:

• 10-page Reader's Theater script-story adaptation of the first portion of The Pilgrim's Progress
• 2-page teacher guide including relevant background information, story summary, anticipatory questions, connections, teachable terms, recall, and analysis questions
• 4-page excerpt of Christian's battle with Apollyon with analysis questions

Also check out these related downloads:

• Paradise Lost:  A Reader's Theater Script-Story
• In the Beginning: A Script-Story Collection