List of top English Questions on Deep water

How did the instructor “build a swimmer” out of Douglas?
What is the “misadventure” that William Douglas speaks about?
“All we have to fear is fear itself”. Have you ever had a fear that you have now overcome? Share your experience with your partner.
Why does Douglas as an adult recount a childhood experience of terror and his conquering of it? What larger meaning does he draw from his experience?
How did Douglas make sure that he conquered the old terror?
What were the series of emotions and fears that Douglas experienced when he was thrown into the pool? What plans did he make to come to the surface?
How did this experience affect him?
Why was Douglas determined to get over his fear of water?
How did Douglas overcome his fear of water?
If someone else had narrated Douglas’ experience, how would it have differed from this account? Write out a sample paragraph or paragraphs from this text from the point of view of a third person or observer to find out which style of narration would you consider to be more effective? Why?
How does Douglas make clear to the reader the sense of panic that gripped him as he almost drowned? Describe the details that have made the description vivid.