CAPT Style Assessment
Movie: Amistad
The following questions address the major dimensions considered in CAPT test scoring for the literature section of the test.
Objectives:
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1. Forming an initial understanding
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2. Developing an interpretation
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3. Making a connection
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4. Demonstrating a critical stance
1. Describe the main character of the movie.
2. Describe the setting
3. What is the Theme (main point or message) of the movie?
4. What symbols are used in this movie?
5. What is the main conflict in this movie?
6. How does the main character change from the beginning of the story to the end? What do you think causes this change?
7. Discuss your connection to the story. What does this story say about people in general? In what ways does it remind you of people you have known or experiences you have had? Use specific examples from the movie to explain your thinking.
8. Imagine yourself as a juror. Who would you believe before the testimony?
9. Chose one of the following quotes to discuss:
10. Discuss the relationship between Roger Sherman Baldwin and Cinque. How did it change throughout the film?