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Legolas counts the number of riders on steeds at a distance of five leagues away, including knowing their colors and height, in J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. A video researches this possibility by starting with the assumption that Legolas is human. It applies knowledge about vision, distance, and focal points to determine if the text is logical.
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Instructional Ideas
- Read the excerpt from Lord of the Rings that is discussed before watching the video
- Teach in connection with a unit on critical thinking or scientific thinking in science fiction or literature
Classroom Considerations
- Some of the comments include words not typically considered appropriate for a classroom
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes closed captioning in seven languages to assist with ELLs
- Connects physics and biology to Lord of the Rings
Cons
- None