DUNE by Frank Herbert

DUNE by Frank Herbert

DUNE by Frank Herbert
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THE BLUE TREE

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CEF B1

CEFR B1

Intermediate

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warm up

  • Do you like reading science fiction books?
  • What makes such books different from regular fiction ones?
  • Do you know any famous authors of science fiction books?

PART 1

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key language

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COMPREHENSION

  • When was DUNE published and by whom?
  • How many books does this story include?
  • When is the story set?
  • Why aren’t there any computers or robots in this universe?
  • What special powers do humans possess?
  • What is the most essential resource?

PART 2

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key language

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COMPREHENSION

  • Who is the key figure in the DUNE story?
  • What happens when Paul arrives on Arrakis?
  • What did Frank Herbert spent five years on?
  • Who is Jessica and why is she important?
  • Who are mentats?
  • Who are Fremen?
  • How did Frank Herbert incorporate a sense of scale in the book?
  • Can this book’s message be relevant in today’s world?
  • Would you like to read it or watch the film (if you haven’t already laughing)?
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PRACTICE

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