In the provided scene, what is the primary challenge or ordeal that Simba faces?

Simba's primary ordeal is confronting Scar and accepting responsibility for Mufasa's death, as well as reclaiming his rightful place as king.

How has Scar's rule affected the Pride Lands, and what does this reveal about his character?

Scar's rule has led to famine and desolation in the Pride Lands, revealing his selfishness and incompetence as a leader.

What is the significance of Scar revealing that Simba was responsible for Mufasa's death?

Scar manipulates the truth to make Simba feel guilty and prevent him from challenging Scar's authority.

How does Simba change from the beginning to the end of the scene?

Simba transitions from a state of denial and guilt to accepting responsibility and confronting his past, ultimately deciding to fight for his rightful place as king.

What role do the other characters (e.g., the hyenas, Timon, and Pumbaa) play in Simba's ordeal?

The hyenas serve as Scar's enforcers, while Timon and Pumbaa provide comedic relief and support Simba, helping him to confront his past.

Hero's Journey Ordeal

8th GradeELA45 min

aligned to Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.rl.8.3

Learning Objective

I can describe how the hero's ordeal changes the hero.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

The Lion King (1994) Final Battle with healthbars 1/2 (Edited By @KobeW2001 )

Thomas Barnard the Healthbars Guy

Guided Notes

9 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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Scar tells the lionesses that the herds have moved on and there is no food left.
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Scar admits that he killed Mufasa after Simba confronts him about his role in Mufasa's death.
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Simba defeats Scar, claiming his rightful place as king and restoring balance to the Pride Lands.

Practice

14 min

10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

“In the video, Simba faces Scar and admits his role in Mufasa's death, though it was an accident. How does this ordeal change Simba from the beginning of the video to this moment?”

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