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****DO NOT GIVE ME YOUR PAPER IN QUESTION/ANSWER FORM!!an ideas need to be formulated in a clear, well thought out, essay format. This paper is NOT asking for a synopsis of the film. The goal of this assignment is for you to be able to effectively apply the information that you have learned thus far to a real-life situation. This is a good indication of how well you’ve learned, understood, and processed this material.
1. After viewing the film, what was your immediate reaction?
2. What do you see as the strengths of Bilal’s family? Weaknesses?
3. What is Bilal’s role in his family community? In his school community? Are these conflicting roles?
4. What are Bilal’s responsibilities within his (various) communities?
5. How do Bilal’s decisions shape his identity?
6. What are some of the similarities you share with Bilal (for example: family structure, your family’s core beliefs, stressors you have experienced relating to your college hopes…etc.)
7. Lastly, discuss how your reaction to this film will act as a catalyst for your personal growth and awareness. A) How do you make decisions for yourself? B) How do others impact your decisions?
C) How do your decisions shape your identity?
(Additional) Ideas that should be incorporated in paper:
• Family composition
• Levels of family involvement
• Self-Esteem
• Trust
• Communication / Miscommunication
• Responsibility
• College as a “Saving Grace”
