Rings, Kings and Things - Dragons

Rings, Kings and Things - Dragons

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10th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the fascination with dragons across cultures, focusing on Norse myths like Fafnir's story and the epic poem Beowulf. It highlights dragons as obstacles in fantasy and their symbolic role in Asian cultures. The video also draws parallels between these myths and modern literature, such as Tolkien's works.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What transformation did Fafnir undergo to protect his treasure?

He transformed into a wizard.

He turned into a dragon.

He became invisible.

He became a giant.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key weakness of a dragon according to Sir Henry?

Its underbelly

Its tail

Its eyes

Its wings

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which literary work drew inspiration from the story of Sigurd and Fafnir?

The Lord of the Rings

The Chronicles of Narnia

Percy Jackson

Harry Potter

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What triggers the dragon's wrath in the story of Beowulf?

It is provoked by a rival dragon.

It is awakened by a storm.

A thief steals a cup from its hoard.

A warrior challenges it.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who remains to help Beowulf in his final battle against the dragon?

Frodo

Sigurd

Regan

Wiglaf

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which culture are dragons considered symbols of wisdom and strength?

Norse

Egyptian

Greek

Asian

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the dragon's role in Chinese culture before 1911?

A representation of chaos

An emblem of the imperial family

A guardian of the underworld

A symbol of war