Journey To Middle Earth
Behind the works of the The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogy, which follow the cultures that
make up "Middle-Earth,” is the mind of J.R.R. Tolkien.
Use the Web sites below to write a 4-page biography about J.R.R Tolkien. Make sure to include the following questions:
1. What do the initials J.R.R stand for?
2. What did Tolkien invent in his youth?
3. What in Tolkien's background (both his upbringing and his educational interests) gave him the basis for the settings in his works?
4. What major personal events shaped Tolkien's life?
5. After reviewing Tolkien's biography, what correlation can you find between his life and his books—specifically The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings?
6. What other literary works did Tolkien write and influence?
7. Why do you think Tolkien wrote "The Lord of the Rings" and what is the meaning of this epic adventure?
| Lesson Name: Journey To Middle Earth | |
| Objective: Students will analyze the work of J. R. R. Tolkien by reading online and writing a 4-page biography. | |
| Grade: (9-12) | Lesson Login: middle_earth |
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Additional disciplines: Computer Skills Social Studies |
Materials: Computer with Internet access Paper and pen Word Processing software Printer, if using software |
| Interactive Whiteboard Tip: Invite volunteers to come up to the interactive whiteboard to locate and underline the answers to the questions listed. The whiteboard's pen/markers can be used for underlining answers on the Web sites. | |
