Contrasting Dual Versions

Worksheet Description

Dive into the realm of storytelling interpretations with this worksheet designed to analyze and compare the nuances of books and their movie adaptations.

Using the provided table, explore three key aspects—Characters, Settings, and Plot—by filling in the “Only in the Book,” “Only in the Movie,” and “Book & Movie” columns. Analyze how characters and settings differ or align, and dissect the plot’s progression across different mediums, considering important events, the beginning, middle, and end, as well as the problem and solution.

This activity cultivates critical thinking, fosters an understanding of narrative adaptation, and encourages students to discern the creative choices made in translating stories to film.