Hotel Rwanda - Movie Guide and Writing Assignment with Key (Rwanda Genocide)

Hotel Rwanda Movie Guide - A 12 page document containing a movie guide for Hotel Rwanda. Includes engaging questions and a full written response assignment at the end. Utilizes background information in relation to the Rwanda Genocide and source information from the film to make the movie guide based on critical thinking and higher level thinking rather then rote answers.

The writing assignment requires students to respond to an online article written by Romeo Dallaire, the Force Commander of the United Nations mission to the Rwandan Genocide. Focuses on student analysis and argumentation. Web link provided.

Includes a detailed teacher's key to the movie guide and an explanation for the expectations of the writing assignment. Also includes a marking rubric with a focus on explanations and writing.

Also includes a page with a brief overview of the film and background information on the Rwandan genocide that student can read before viewing the film.

Best used as an aide for teaching genocide in general, the Rwandan Genocide, or when teaching stories of standing up in the face of evil. This movie guide will make a great addition to your Rwanda Genocide unit of study!