Comparing Book and Movie Adaptations

Comparing Book and Movie Adaptations

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video compares the book 'Wonder' with its movie adaptation, focusing on character depth, story arcs, and key scenes. It highlights differences in character development, particularly for Jack Will and Julian, and discusses the portrayal of friendships and family dynamics. The video also critiques the handling of certain storylines, such as Daisy's arc and Via and Miranda's relationship. The creator encourages viewer interaction and suggests exploring more content on their channel.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the video?

A detailed comparison of every scene in the book and movie.

A general comparison of the book and movie, highlighting major differences.

A review of the book only.

A review of the movie only.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the narrator mention Julia Roberts in the context of the mother's character?

To discuss the budget of the movie.

To criticize the casting choice.

To emphasize the need for a more developed character in the movie.

To highlight the importance of casting famous actors.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the book, who initially sits with August at lunch?

Jack Will

Summer

Miranda

Julian

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of Daisy's story arc in the book?

To focus on the family's financial struggles.

To introduce a new character.

To show August's ability to move on and open his heart.

To provide comic relief.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was not discussed in the book regarding Julian's family?

Julian's hobbies.

Julian's friendship with August.

Julian's academic performance.

Their falling-out with the school principal.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Nature Preserve scene differ in the movie compared to the book?

It felt smaller and less supervised in the movie.

It was larger and more crowded in the movie.

It was more supervised in the movie.

It was not included in the movie.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was missing from Jack Will's character portrayal in the movie?

His favorite hobbies.

His explanation for not sitting with August initially.

His academic achievements.

His relationship with his parents.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was lacking in the portrayal of Via and Miranda's relationship in the movie?

A clear resolution and reconciliation between the two.

A focus on their academic achievements.

A depiction of their shared hobbies.

A scene showing them traveling together.

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

Watch more videos on the channel.

Read the book 'Wonder'.

Subscribe and share the channel.

Watch the movie 'Wonder'.