Exploring Themes in Halloween Movies

Exploring Themes in Halloween Movies

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Arts, Performing Arts

4th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video introduces a magical world where every day is Halloween, and Jack Skellington, the pumpkin king, dreams of something new. Jack discovers a new place filled with wonder and questions if he's dreaming. The story unfolds with themes of peace on earth and goodwill, presented by Touchstone Pictures. It highlights the enchanting tale of two dreamers brought together by the holiday spirit, from the imagination of Tim Burton in 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the setting of the magical world introduced in the video?

A place where every day is Easter

A place where every day is Halloween

A place where every day is Thanksgiving

A place where every day is Christmas

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Jack Skellington?

The Thanksgiving Turkey

The Christmas King

The Easter Bunny

The Pumpkin King

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Jack's reaction to the new place he discovers?

He is bored

He is indifferent

He is amazed and questions if he is dreaming

He is scared

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What theme is introduced by Touchstone Pictures and Tim Burton?

A story about Thanksgiving

A story about two dreamers and the holiday spirit

A story about Halloween

A story about Easter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the movie introduced in the video?

The Nightmare Before Christmas

The Nightmare Before Thanksgiving

The Nightmare Before Easter

The Nightmare Before New Year