5.R2] What do you know about Robin Hood? Was he a real person? Read the background information to find out.
Robin Hood is a famous character from an English legend. There are many
different stories about him, but no one knows if he is real or not. In the
stories, Robin lives in Sherwood Forest near the city of Nottingham. He
becomes the leader of a group called the Merry Men. They fight against the
king's brother, Prince John, and the evil Sheriff of Nottingham while the king
is away at war. They steal money from the rich and give it to the
poor.
Robin Hood is a hero to the people. He is clever, honest and loyal to the real
king. He is also a brilliant archer.
