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Mary Celeste: Video

Before you watch

1. Write down what you think happened to the Mary Celeste. You can read about it here.

Now watch this short film





Did the film change your mind?

Now try and answer these question about the first two minutes of the video:

Quiz * Fill the gaps * More Mary Celeste activities




Note for ESL, EFL & ESOL Teachers

What is ESL Reading?
An independent website providing free resources for English language teachers and students. These include reading and listening materials for use in the classroom or online.


ESL Reading is edited by Kieran McGovern, described as 'amongst the best writers of language learner materials in English'. It has links with Extensive Reading, the British Council and many other organisations promoting language learning through reading.

More about ESL Reading here.