Characters
Who is the man who is sentenced to 19 years in prison for stealing bread?
Jean Valjean
What theme means caring about people who are suffering and helping them?
Compassion
Why was Jean Valjean originally sent to prison?
He stole bread
What does Javert show Valjean near the end of the movie?
Mercy/empathy
What does Javert believe justice means?
Strictly following the law and punishing criminals.
Who relentlessly pursuits Jean Vajleans because he’s believes in strict justice?
Javert
What theme involves following the law and doing what is right?
Justice
How long was Jean Valjean sentenced to prison?
5 years, but his sentence became 19 years because of attempts to escape.
Why is Marius the only one to survive at the barricade battle?
Because he is rescued by Jean Valjean who carries him away from the barricade.
What does Valjean believe justice can include?
Forgiveness and mercy.
Who sacrifices everything to provide for her daughter Cosette?
Fantine
What theme is shown when characters struggle to survive and Fantine struggles to provide for Cosette?
Poverty
Why does Jean Valjean live his life in secret?
He is trying to escape his past and Javert.
When is the only time Javert shows empathy/emotion?
When he recognizes the Valjean has changed as a person.
What does Fantine sacrifice for Cosette?
Her happiness and eventually her well-being to provide for Cosette.
Who is the young man who falls in love with Cosette?
Marius Pontmercy
What theme is shown when characters give up their happiness or safety for others?
Sacrifice
Why does Jean Valjean spare Javert's life?
He chooses forgiveness and mercy instead of revenge.
Why does Javert spend a relentless amount of time pursuing Jean Valjean?
He believes strongly in the law and thinks he should be punished.
Who rescues Marius from the barricade?
Jean Valjean.
Who is the young revolutionary who joins the fight at the barricade and represents the desire for freedom and equality?
Enjolras
What theme is represented by people fighting for freedom and equality?
Revolution
Why does Javert eventually commit suicide?
He cannot reconcile Valjean's mercy with his strict belief in the law and justice.
Why does Javert commit suicide?
Because Jean Valjean showed him mercy and Javert feels tormented.
What does the ending show about Jean Valjean's life?
He spends his life helping others and trying to make up for his past, ultimately receiving forgiveness and salvation.