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Poetry by Tennyson (Comprehension)
For this poetry comprehension worksheet, students read part of a poem by Tennyson called "In Memoriam." Students answer 5 multiple choice and essay questions about the poem.
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ESL: Journalism Article Comprehension
In this ESL comprehension learning exercise, students read a passage, then complete a variety of warm-up and pre/post reading activities. Homework suggestions are included.
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Breaking News English: Star Wars Sets Box Office Record
In this English worksheet, students read "Star Wars Sets Box Office Record," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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Favourite Authors
Young scholars discuss in open forum their favorite author and give reasons to back up their decisions. Students choose from a variety of writing prompts. Young scholars prepare a series of questions that they might ask their favorite...
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Art and Literature Quiz 1
For this art and literature worksheet, students answer short answer questions about famous authors, plays, and characters. Students complete 31 short answer questions.
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Reading a Book
In this reading a book worksheet, students answer ten short answer questions related to when, what, and how they read a book. One example is where do you like to read?
Grade Saver
Grade Saver: The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien
This is an online study guide for The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien including author information, literary elements, chapter-by-chapter summaries/notes, study questions, and analysis.
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The Tolkien Trail
"The Tolkien Trail" includes fantastic information, games, and discussion about the magical world created by the late author. Through clicking on the links, you may visit many of the places in Tolkien's masterpiece The Lord of the Rings.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Sir Peter Jackson
A biography of movie director Peter Jackson, winner of several Oscars for his film trilogy, Lord of the Rings. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo gallery.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Kids Book Series: The Lord of the Rings
Kids learn about The Lord of the Rings Series by J.R.R. Tolkien on this site. Find out about the plotline, major characters, list of books, other reading.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: J. R. R. Tolkien
Have you ever read any of J. R. R. Tolkien's work? Check out this site to learn more about Tolkien and his writings. This resource features lesson plans for "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings."
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Lotr Project: Visualizing Tolkien's Works on the Web
This site is dedicated to the Lord of the Rings and the works of J.R.R. Tolkien. You can find genealogy, a Middle-Earth historical timeline, and populations numbers of the Middle-Earth
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Harper Collins: J. R. R. Tolkien Books & Biography
This brief biography takes Tolkien through his early years to his marriage and professorship at Leeds and Oxford and his telling stories to his children that would later become the novels so loved by the rest of the world. Also has a...
Maryland Science Center
Maryland Science Center: One Ring to Rule Them All [Pdf]
A simple experiment to create a secret message using invisible ink, in honor of J.R.R. Tolkien's birthday and the Ring in The Lord of the Rings.
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The Encyclopedia of Arda
All things Tolkein are covered here. Includes a movie-goer's guide and entries for all characters and locations in Tolkein's works.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: "Ring Out, Wild Bells" by Alfred Lord Tennyson
This is the original, online PDF text of the poem "Ring Out, Wild Bells" by Alfred Lord Tennyson from his long poem, In Memoriam A.H.H., in memory of his friend Arthur Henry Hallam.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: John Ronald Reuel Tolkien
A brief biography of Tolkien, followed by an explanation of his major works. Theme and literary influence are discussed.
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Concepts and Practices for Writing Courses: Interpreting Literature
This tutorial surveys the way readers should interpret literature or text in symbols, syntax, meaning, and the like. The article features a Literary Toolkit for Analyzing Literature.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How to Build a Fictional World
Why is J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy so compelling? How about The Matrix or Harry Potter? What makes these disparate worlds come alive are clear, consistent rules for how people, societies- and even the laws of physics-...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Fantasy
This lesson introduces the fantasy genre. This tutorial lesson shares a short slideshow with the lesson's content.
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A Wrinkle in Time: Discussion and Activity Guide
This resource for A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleinse L'Engle provides opportunities for classroom discussions and several activities.