Unidade_didactica_KING_ARTHUR.pdf

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KING ARTHURteachers pack


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KING ARTHUR

PLOT

Long, long time ago, in a land named Britain lives Arthur, a young who became to be king with

the power of a special sword and founded a kingdom society. This is the story of how King Arthur

become a great king of Britain despite of his lack of experience with some help of his subjects and

friends: Merlin, the wizard, Launcelot and you! Became a subject of England, help King Arthur to

protect the kingdom from his enemies.

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CHARACTERS

Arthur:(Track 1)Hello! My name is Arthur. Im 14 years old. I know I look older. Thats because I

work out a lot. But that doesnt protect me from knights until I found my sword Excalibur.Did you know? I will be King of England, peace will return to my people. Im always ac-companied by my personal advisor Merlin, my faithful knight: Lancelot and my belovedLady Gwen.

Questions:a) Who is he in love with?b) How old is he?c) What is the swords name?

Merlin:(Track 2)Yeeeeeeah its me, Merlin. Im an old wizard and I know a lot about magic. Arthur will needmy help and then I will become the King special adviser because of my magic knowledge. I have alittle problem with my inner ear. Im too deaf so when someone is talking to me, I have to use a earhorn to hear them.

Questions:a) Try to draw Merlinb) Merlin has a special knowledge gift. What is it?c) What happen if someone talks to Merlin?

Lady Gwen:(Track 3)Hi! My name is Lady Gwen and Im in love with Arthur. I hope he asks me

to marry him soon. I love going to the tournament, wearing very long dresses and helpanyone who needs me. Arthur fought in the tournament of knights to save my peoplefrom the Black Knight that has invaded my kingdom.

Questions:a) Who is Lady Gwen in love with?b) Who is invading the kingdom?c) What does she wears?

Launcelot:(Track 4) I am Launcelot, Im a n English knight andArthurs best friend. I like tournaments because Im

very good with my sword, spear and horses.

Public Defender:(Track 5)Im the Public Defender of England. My mission is to tell the King the most recentnews. If the people of England need something, I tell King Arthur. If they are doing a publicevent, I tell the King, I tell him whatever that happens in town, either good or bad. For that Iuse paper scrolls.

Questions:a) Try to draw Public Defenderb) What is his mission in England?

c) How is he doing that?

Black Knight:(Track 6)Im the black knight. The kingdom of England is mine. No one can winbut me cause my army is the best.


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You:And now, describe yourself, tell us who are you, what your hobbies are, if you like adventure or you would like to live.

VOCABULARY

Listen and repeat.(Track 7)Read and learn their denitions so that you can understand the work later. (Poner dibujos de cada trmino)

Sword: A weapon with a long metal blade.

Helmet: A hard protective hat

Coins: A at disc or piece of metal with ofcial stamp, used as money.

Throne: Ceremonial chair for a king.

Knight: A man raised to honourable military rank after service as a page and squire.

Battle: A sustained ght between organized armed forces. Potion: A liquid with healing, magical or poisonous properties.

Wizard: A man who has magical powers, especially in legends and fairy tales.

Trumpet: A brass musical instrument with a ared bell and a bright, penetrating tone; sometimes used as instrumentto hear.

Sorcery: Similar to magic.

Crown: A circular ornamental headdress worn by a monarch as symbol of authority.

Counsellor: A person trained to give guidance on personal, social or psychological problems.

Chest: A large strong box for storage or transport.

Armour: The metal coverings formerly worn by soldiers to protect the body in battle.

Scroll: A roll parchment or paper for writing or painting on.

Bread: A food made of our, water and yeast mixed together and baked.

Butter: A pale yellow edible fatty substance made by churning cream and used as spread or in cooking.

Championship: A sporting contest for the position of champion.

Reward: A thing given in recognition of service, effort or achievement.

Shield: A broad piece of armour held by straps or handle on one side, used for protection against blows or missiles.

Pool: A small area of still water used for swimming.

Army: An organized military force equipped for ghting on land.

Cellar: A storage apace or room below ground level in a house.

Spell: A form of words used as a magical charm or incantation.

Match: A contest in which people or teams compete against each other.

Countdown: An act of counting down to zero.

Necklace: An ornamental chain or string of beads, jewels or links worn around the neck.

Wrist: The joint connecting the hand with the forearm. Teamwork: The combined affective action of a group.

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PLACE AND PEOPLE

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ARTHUR

GWENCAMELOT

KNIGHT

CASTLE

LANCEROT

CATHEDRAL

MERLIN

DEFENDER

THRONE

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LISTENING

Sit down subject and listen and answer the questions.

(Track 8)This is the sword for the king of Britain Really? It says that? Good reading, Merlin! Wait Does it mean Im Im

the King of Britain?

Questions:a) Are you a subject of England? ____________________b) Do you want to be a hero? _______________________c) ______________________ Yes, he is.

(Track 9)Oh no! What can we do?! We dont have any money left! I cannot defend myself because I do not have a shield,but now I cant buy one and people are starving! Merlin Im sorry I didnt ask for your advice. I thought being a king waseasier. How could we get a coin, Merlin? Lets think together...

Questions:a) Wait to your teachers dictation.b) I dont know how to earn money. ___________ think together.c) If I have no coins It means I have any money __________.

(Track 10)But, before engaging into a ght Lady Gwen. Do you think Ill win, or do you think Ill lose? Gwen: Youll win. Andif I die in this tournament, would you cry for me? Gwen: Oh yes! I would. Oh! Lady Gwen! My heart pounds when you saythose words! I hope Im worthy of you, and Ill get the tournament reward and with that money, Ill buy equipment to defeatthe Black Knight and to protect you! Please Lady Gwen, I need you to be there with me! If I get a point, could you cheer forme? And if I dont get a point, could you cry for me? Gwen: Yes, I wil do that. Thank you Lady Gwen. Now Im ready to ght!

Questions:

a) Will you please cry for me if I lose? ____________b) _____________________________ Yes I would.c) I need to win the tournament reward, with that money Ill______________________________________

COMPRENHENSION CHECK

Why and how did Arthur become to king of Britain?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Who is trying to invade Arthurs kingdom? And how is he going to defeat him?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What do you think are the most important things to be a great king?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is the principal mission of a Public Defender?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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