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Lesson 1 (from Part 1, Part 2, Chapters 1-3)

Objective

In Part 1, Part 2, Chapters 1-3, Humphrey Carpenter visits Ronald Tolkien in 1967, giving some insight into his life and personality. This lesson will discuss this visit and details about the Tolkiens.

Lesson

Class Discussion: Describe what takes place in Part 1.

Small Group Activity: What is learned about Tolkien?

Class Discussion: Create a KWL Chart, listing what is known about Tolkien and what the students would like to know about Tolkien. Have them add what they learn as they read this book. How does this part prepare the reader for the rest of the book?

Homework: Why might Tolkien discuss THE LORD OF THE RINGS as historical fact? What does this reveal about him? What questions do you have about Tolkien?

Lesson 2 (from Part 1, Part 2, Chapters 1-3)

Objective

In Part 1, Part 2, Chapters 1-3, Mabel and Arthur's married life, and then family life, at Bloemfontein is described. This lesson Ronald's parents' married life and...

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