King Arthur

11-класс. Англис тили
Theme: King Arthur

Objectives:

• Learn about the legend of King Arthur.
• Improve reading, speaking, and vocabulary skills.
• Answer questions and express opinions in English.

New Words

• king– падыша
• knight– рыцарь
• castle– сепил
• sword– кылыч
• legend– уламыш
• brave– эр жүрөк
• queen– ханыша
• wizard– сыйкырчы
• round table– тегерек үстөл

Reading Text

King Arthur

King Arthur is one of the most famous legendary kings of Britain. According to the legend, he became king when he pulled the magical sword Excalibur from a stone. Arthur was brave, kind, and wise. He lived in Camelot with Queen Guinevere and the wizard Merlin. King Arthur created the Round Table, where all knights were equal. His knights went on many adventures and searched for the Holy Grail. Today, King Arthur’s story is still popular in books, films, and stories around the world.

Comprehension Questions

1. Who was King Arthur?
2. What was the name of his sword?
3. Who helped King Arthur?
4. What was special about the Round Table?
5. What did the knights search for?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words with their meanings.

Answers:
King – b
Knight – a
Castle – c
Sword – d
Legend – e

Speaking

Answer the questions:

• Do you like stories about kings and knights?
• Who is your favorite hero?
• Why is King Arthur famous?

Comprehension Check (5 minutes)

Theme: King Arthur

1. Choose the correct answer.
2. Who was King Arthur?
   a) A farmer
   b) A legendary king
   c) A teacher
3. What was the name of Arthur’s sword?
   a) Merlin
   b) Camelot
   c) Excalibur
4. Who was Arthur’s wise helper?
   a) Lancelot
   b) Merlin
   c) Guinevere
5. What was special about the Round Table?
   a) It was very big.
   b) All the knights were equal.
   c) It was made of gold.
6. What did Arthur’s knights search for?
   a) Treasure
   b) A new castle
   c) The Holy Grail

Answer Key:

1. b
2. c
3. b
4. b
5. c

Discussion (7 minutes)

Work in pairs or small groups. Discuss the questions below.

1. Why do you think King Arthur is remembered today?
2. What qualities made King Arthur a good leader?
3. Which character do you find the most interesting: Arthur, Merlin, or the knights? Why?
4. Why was the Round Table important?
5. Do you think legends can teach us important life lessons? Give an example.

Homework (5 minutes)

Theme: King Arthur

Task 1 (Writing):
Write 8–10 sentences about King Arthur. Include the following words:

• king
• knight
• castle
• sword
• brave

Task 2 (Creative):
Draw King Arthur or Camelot Castle and write 3–5 sentences describing your picture in English

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