Schindler’s List Activity Name:

1. Based on looking at the movie poster, list at least five descriptive words that you think
describe it, record on your worksheet, then share with a partner next to you.

2. Many critics have noted that Schindler's List is more popular than anything else written
or filmed about the Holocaust. Identify what is so memorable about it and why it left a
huge impact when it was released.

3. Schindler says, “Power is when we have every justification to kill, and we don’t.”
Determine what he means and why you think he would be saying this.

4. Describe Oskar Schindler’s heroism.

5. Watch this scene from 1:20 to the end and analyze how Schindler’s character changes
and why he has a sudden change of heart. Note Schindler’s tone and actions.

Directions: Define each word using Dictionary.com, then view the word in context and determine
if it has a positive or negative connotation.
Word Denotation Word in context Connotation

Anti Semitism Opposition to and The nazi’s were Negative

dicscrimination known for their anti
against Jews. semitism views.

Genocide

Ghetto
Hanukkah

Deportation

Immigrant