Slaying the Fractions Dragon - Game Script Witches and warlocks need fractions to defeat the dragon


Background

Dearest witches and warlocks,

It’s a good thing you read my message and came quick.

I invited everyone so that together you can brew a magic potion to finally rid of us of this evil dragon.

If you succeed – we promise a great reward.

If you fail – our fates shall be very bad indeed.

(Please write down all your work in a clear and organized manner)

You must save us!

Gratefully yours,

Queen Minerva

Characters

Dargonah

A master of dragon magic.


Your Task

Defeat the dragon with the power of math!


Resources

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Gregorias

An expert in magical dances.


Your Task

Defeat the dragon with the power of math!


Resources

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Beatrix

A master of potions.


Your Task

Defeat the dragon with the power of math!


Resources

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Dr Mystera

A merchant of all magical artefacts.


Your Task

Defeat the dragon with the power of math!


Resources

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Serpyn

A spell-casting warlock.


Your Task

Defeat the dragon with the power of math!


Resources

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Scene 1: Breaking down the Dragon into Fractions


1.

Public Message

Witches and warlocks,

The dragon continues to advance towards us, burning down cities and villages with every step.

Using your knowledge of the beast, you must calculate how to defeat the dragon!

Dargonah – how many purple spots does the dragon have on him?

Gregorias – What is the temperature of the dragon's mouth when it is enraged?

Beatrix – What is the amount of water in the dragon's body?

Dr Mystera – How many green spots does the dragon have on him?

Serpyn – what is the weight of the dragon's brain?

There is no time, we must help one another, and hurry!


2.

Private (a while after previous message)

Dargonah:

Defeat the dragon using the power of math!

Gregorias:

Defeat the dragon using the power of math!

Beatrix:

Defeat the dragon using the power of math!

Dr Mystera:

Defeat the dragon using the power of math!

Serpyn:

Defeat the dragon using the power of math!


3.

Private (a while after previous message)

Dargonah:

Master of dragon magic, explain to the others how much bat saliva needs to be added to the cauldron. (use this scroll).

Hint: If, for the calculation, you need to know how much water is in the dragon’s body, ask Beatrix. She understands these matters.

***

When you find your answer – organize your working in a clear manner, showing all the steps to your solution.

Gregorias:

As an expert of mystical dance, you must calculate the length of time of the dance around the cauldron. (Use this scroll)

Hint: if, for the calculation, you must know the number of purple spots on the dragon’s body, ask Dargonah – he should know.

***

When you find your answer – organize your working in a clear manner, showing all the steps to your solution.

Beatrix:

Beatrix, tell the other witches and warlocks the temperature at which the potion must be cooked. (Use the following scroll).

Hint: If, for the calculation, you need to know the dragon’s mouth’s temperature when it is in a state of rage. Ask Gregorias – he should know.

***

When you find your answer – organize your working in a clear manner, showing all the steps to your solution.

Dr Mystera:

Calculate how many crocodile tears are needed to add to the cauldron. (Use the attached scroll).

Hint: if, for the calculation, you need to know the weight of the dragon’s brain, then ask Serpyn. He understands in these matters…

***

When you find your answer – organize your working in a clear manner, showing all the steps to your solution.

Serpyn:

As an expert in casting spells, tell the other witches and warlocks how many times how many times the magic words ‘Abra Cadabra’ must be repeated to slay the dragon. (Use the attached scroll).

Hint: if, for the calculation, you need to know the number of green spots on the dragons body, then ask Dr Mystera – he should know…

***

When you find your answer – organize your working in a clear manner, showing all the steps to your solution.


4.

Public Message (a while after previous message)

Witches and Warlocks,

The guard from our Northern tower sent word that the dragon is getting very close to the castle gate...and is looking very angry.

Quick! We need your help more than ever!

 


5.

Private (Shortly After previous message)

Dargonah:

Witches and Warlocks,

I am pleased that you are so focused and serious about this task.

But we cannot make mistakes here.

One small mistake in the magic formula and... I don't even want to think of the consequences!

***

Double-check that your teammates' solutions are accurate.

Dargonah - Check Gregorias' work and solutions.

Gregorias:

Witches and Warlocks,

I am pleased that you are so focused and serious about this task.

But we cannot make mistakes here.

One small mistake in the magic formula and... I don't even want to think of the consequences!

***

Double-check that your teammates' solutions are accurate.

Gregorias - Check Beatrix's work and solutions.

Beatrix:

Witches and Warlocks,

I am pleased that you are so focused and serious about this task.

But we cannot make mistakes here.

One small mistake in the magic formula and... I don't even want to think of the consequences!

***

Double-check that your teammates' solutions are accurate.

Beatrix - Check Dr Mystera's work and solutions.

Dr Mystera:

Witches and Warlocks,

I am pleased that you are so focused and serious about this task.

But we cannot make mistakes here.

One small mistake in the magic formula and... I don't even want to think of the consequences!

***

Double-check that your teammates' solutions are accurate.

Dr Mystera - Check Serpyn's work and solutions.

Serpyn:

Witches and Warlocks,

I am pleased that you are so focused and serious about this task.

But we cannot make mistakes here.

One small mistake in the magic formula and... I don't even want to think of the consequences!

***

Double-check that your teammates' solutions are accurate.

Serpyn - Check Dargonah work and solutions.


6.

Public Message (Shortly After previous message)

Dearest Witches and Warlocks,

We are almost running out of time. The dragon has already arrived at the castle walls!

Have you found the Witchcraft Formula that will save the kingdom?

Do you know the answers to the following questions:

  1. What does the temperature of the cauldron have to be?
  2. What amount of bat saliva must be added to the cauldron?
  3. What amount of crocodile tears must be added to the cauldron?
  4. How much time does the cauldron require to cook and dance around?
  5. How many times must the magic words 'Abra Cadabra' be repeated?

7.

Public Message (a while before next message)

*** VERY IMPORTANT! ***

The time has come to feed the potion to the dragon!

There is only one suitable type of witch's broom for the type of flight required for fighting a dragon.

Calculate, according to this formula, how many hairs the broom will require to deliver the potion to the dragon's mouth.

Who will be the first to figure it out?


Vote

[username], we need this crucial number... How many hairs need to be installed on the broom?



Option 1
178
Option 2
230
Option 3
237

Ending message for when most people voted for option



Option 1

Oh dear... Something in your formula doesn't add up...

Lucky for us, another team of witches and warlocks were able to defeat the dragon. The kingdom is safe.


Option 2

Yes! Congratulations! You managed to save the kingdom and defeat the dragon!


Option 3

Oh dear... Something in your formula doesn't add up...

Lucky for us, another team of witches and warlocks were able to defeat the dragon. The kingdom is safe.



Discussion Points

  1. Discuss the vote results and the issues that arised.
  2. What do you think about how one mistake can mess up the whole calculation? (Teamwork, checking peers' work)
  3. Did you learn anything new about fractions during the game?
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