“TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD”

Student Standards is offering students (who owe us service hours) the opportunity to watch a movie from the list below and then answer some reflection questions based on the movie. For five passive service credit hours copy and past the questions below into an email, answer the questions, and email your responses to abeard@bloomu.edu. Be sure to include your full name and BUID!

 

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To Kill a Mockingbird

1. The children suffer from preconceived notions of Boo Radley.  When, if ever, have you dealt with people making assumptions about you?  How difficult is it to overcome these prejudices?  (Answer the question with at least 5-8 sentences or you may be asked to re-answer the question.)

2. Compare and contrast the climate of racism in the setting of To Kill a Mockingbird (1930s in Alabama) to the setting in which you live.  (Answer the question with at least 5-8 sentences or you may be asked to re-answer the question.)

3. What difficulties did Atticus face by representing Tom?  Describe a time in your life when you had to stand up for something you believed in, even if those around you disagreed.  (Answer the question with at least 5-8 sentences or you may be asked to re-answer the question.)

4. How do you define the word integrity?  How do you/can you display integrity in your own life?  (Answer the question with at least 5-8 sentences or you may be asked to re-answer the question.)

5. Despite Attiscus’ efforts (including a very rational and logical defense), Tom is still found guilty.  When in your life have you felt that your voice has been ignored?  (Answer the question with at least 5-8 sentences or you may be asked to re-answer the question.)

6. The story takes place over three years.  How has your of decision making, analysis of situations you are in, and general outlook of your surroundings changed over the last three years?  (Answer the question with at least 5-8 sentences or you may be asked to re-answer the question.)