Symmetry in Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

This lesson plan explores symmetry in the structure and themes of "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight," delving into the antagonist's representation of the "duality of nature." In examining knightly virtues, students will measure Gawain's strength as the poem's hero. The lesson explains background information that every medieval thinker listening to a performance of the poem would know, in an effort to put the student into the mind-set of the medieval audience, providing a deeper appreciation and understanding of the work.
Resource ID#: 32251 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s)
Keywords: symmetry, bob and wheel, alliteration, the Pearl Poet, Sir Gawain, the Green Knight, poetic devices, symbolism, structure, hero, character, setting, position
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Writing to Learn
Resource Collection: General Collection

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