“Selma“ (2015)

Tasks:

While you watch the movie:

1) Take notes on the given character. Use the adjectives and phrases on the worksheet to
describe the character.

After you have watched the movie:

2) Do some research on the internet on the historical person and note down 3 remarkable facts
about him/her.
3) Compare your notes with a partner and complete them if necessary.
4) Be prepared to present your findings in class.

Your character: Coretta Scott King – (played by Carmen Ejogo)

1. Character traits:
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Dreams/hopes/passions:
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Relationship to other characters in the film (choose 1-2):

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2. Three facts about the historic person: