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ENGLISH
The English Programme: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
 
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Adapting for Animation
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Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
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Aims


  • to introduce pupils to a medieval literary text and its modern audio-visual realisation
  • to analyse and discuss critical readings of medieval narrative structure and style
  • to promote a critical awareness of language used in imaginative, original and diverse ways
  • to encourage and promote wider reading
  • to explore the theme of chivalry, Christian-pagan interpretations and relationships between honour and shame