WorksheetsRAVE: 'The Help' MOVIE
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 16mins
In which city and state is 'The Help' set?
Jackson, Mississippi
Atlanta, Georgia
New Orleans, Louisiana
Birmingham, Alabama
Who are the three main characters in 'The Help'?
Skeeter Phelan, Hilly Holbrook, and Celia Foote
Minny Jackson, Skeeter Phelan, and Elizabeth Leefolt
Aibileen Clark, Minny Jackson, and Hilly Holbrook
Aibileen Clark, Minny Jackson, and Skeeter Phelan
What is Skeeter's aspiration in 'The Help'?
To be a doctor
To be a lawyer
To be a teacher
To be a writer
What does Skeeter decide to write a book about?
The experiences of African American maids
The history of Jackson, Mississippi
Her own life story
The civil rights movement
What theme does 'The Help' explore?
Racism and discrimination
Historical events
Science fiction
Fantasy and magic
What moral lesson is highlighted by Aibileen and Minny's bravery?
Courage and Bravery
Empathy and Understanding
The Power of Friendship
Social Justice and Equality
What does Skeeter's willingness to listen to the maids encourage?
Integrity and Moral Conscience
Empathy and Understanding
Resilience and Perseverance
Challenging the Status Quo
What does the friendship between Aibileen, Minny, and Skeeter demonstrate?
Social Justice and Equality
The Power of Friendship and Solidarity
The Complexity of Human Relationships
The Impact of Individual Actions
What does 'The Help' encourage us to reflect on?
Their own beliefs and actions regarding race and equality
The history of the United States
The importance of education
The significance of technology
Moral Teachings in 'The Help' by Kathryn Stockett
'The Help' by Kathryn Stockett delves deeply into themes of racism, inequality, and the courage required to confront and overcome societal injustices. The novel offers several moral teachings that are both timeless and relevant.
Courage and Bravery The characters in 'The Help' exhibit tremendous courage. Aibileen and Minny risk their livelihoods and personal safety to share their stories with Skeeter. Their bravery highlights the moral lesson that standing up against injustice often requires significant personal sacrifice and immense courage.
Empathy and Understanding One of the central moral teachings is the importance of empathy. Skeeter’s willingness to listen to the maids and understand their experiences contrasts sharply with the attitudes of many of her peers. The novel encourages readers to step into others' shoes and consider perspectives different from their own, fostering greater empathy and understanding.
Readers are encouraged to foster empathy by considering different (a)
How does Skeeter's willingness to listen and understand challenge societal attitudes?
Anyone can find themselves amongst a group of people that hold beleifs rooted in predjudice that feel fundementally wrong and different to our own views- this can happen even in families.
Why do you think so many people stay silent?
Explain the Jim Crow laws in one sentence
