Decisions
Lessons
Chess Pieces
Connections
100
What decision does Eugene make that lands him in prison?
He robbed a bank
100
Chess is a metaphor for what?
Life
100
True or False. Protecting your king means protecting yourself. Why or why not?
True
100
What are two similarities between the movies Critical Thinking, Queen of Katwe, and Life Of A King?
They all have to do with playing chess, students learning how to play, chess as an escape, etc.
200
On his job application Eugene does not say that he has been charged with a felony. What is the consequence of his action?
He later gets fired from his job at Maud Alton High School.
200
True or False. Your choices have major implications on the outcome of your life.
True.
200
Why does Eugene describe Clifton and T as pawns?
Because they are controlled by Perry
200
What is a similarity between Tahime and Phiona?
They both come from tough home situations.
300
What was the consequence of Tahime forging his mom's signature?
He gets disqualified from the chess tournament, even though he wins
300
True or False. In the scene where Eugene goes on the radio, he emphasizes that chess is about learning about life.
True
300
While the king is the most important chess piece, which is the most powerful?
The queen
300
What is a similarity between Clifton and Ito?
They both deal drugs.
400
Why do you think Peanut chose to help Tahime and Clifton with dealing drugs? What was the consequence of his choice?
Peanut got killed. He chose to help Tahime and Clifton to make money/because he was pressured/he wanted to be like them/etc.
400
True or False. Eugene Brown's story shows us that life is not over after a bad mistake. Why?
True. Because, after serving in prison, he positively impacts the lives of his students through teaching chess.
400
What is a difference between Life Of A King and Queen of Katwe?
Where they take place (USA/Uganda), etc.
500
In the final scene of the movie, which character plays chess at the chess house? Why is this important?
Marco. Because, after being in juvenile detention, he chooses to learn to play the game that his father loves.
500
What message is written on the sign of the Big Chair Chess Club house?
"Always Think B4U Move"
500
In Critical Thinking, how is chess used to uplift students going through challenges? Is this similar to Life Of A King?
Chess teaches students to plan ahead and make wise choices. Very similar to Life Of A King