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Introduction activities
a. Examine the front cover of the novel. What do you think the novel
is about?
b. Write down anything you know about the author.
Task 3. Illustration
1. Draw a picture of what each of the creatures’ looks like as you meet
throughout the novel. Annotate the features on each of the creatures
and classify whether you think they are good or evil.
Class activity
Debate the following statement with your classmates. Fantasy is a waste of
time for most teenagers and adults. Fictional literature should for the most
part be limited to children below the age of 12 as it serves little purpose other
than to entertain. At the conclusion of the debate, conduct a vote and
announce the results.
Extension Activities
1. Do some research into Norse or Greek mythology. What elements do the
various myths share with the Middle-earth of The Hobbit?
2. Explain what happens between Bard and the Master of Esgaroth after
Smaug's death. Are there examples in contemporary world politics that
reflect the dynamics of this situation?
3. Write a 300 word essay on the above debate ‘Fantasy is a waste of time’
using the TEL process.