Activity: Logic Puzzles Instructor’s Guide This activity is a great addition to any math lesson. It emphasizes logic and reasoning, while simultaneously encouraging students to read critically. The activity also includes a brief explanation about the history of masquerade balls. Topics of Discussion: 1. The history of masquerades 2. Probability, logic, and reasoning. Instructions: 1. 2. 3. 4.
As a class, read the handout on masquerades. Answer any questions the students might have. Give the students time to complete the worksheet. Use the key provided below to check answers.
Additional Activities 1. The information on bullfighting could also be used to launch further discussion on Italian history and culture, or of history and culture in general.
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