The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Lesson Plan

For this section, students should read Chapters 1-4 of The Return of the King (from "Minas Tirith" through "The Siege of Gondor").

Common Core Objectives

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Note that it is perfectly fine to expand any day’s work into two days depending on the characteristics of the class, particularly if the class will engage in all of the suggested classroom exercises and activities and discuss all of the thought questions.

Content Summary for Teachers

"Minas Tirith"

Borne by Shadowfax, Gandalf and Pippin arrive at last in the Gondorian capital of Minas Tirith. They are immediately brought before the Steward of the city, Denethor II, whose family has ruled for...