Author's Purpose
Multiple Choice:
What might the filmmaker’s purpose be in telling the story through multiple characters’ perspectives?
B. To provide a deeper understanding of the different experiences of race and gender
What does "advocating" mean?
Skeeter is advocating for the black community
publicly recommend or support.
Which character takes care of Mae Mobley?
Aibileen Clark
What did Abileen know she’d grow up to be since a little girl?
What is Ms. Saenz first name?
Denisse
Multiple Choice:
What might have been the filmmaker’s purpose in giving Skeeter a lead role in the story?
A: To highlight the bravery of a white ally in advocating for justice
What does "Racial inequality" mean?
Racial inequality is the unequal distribution of resources, power, and economic opportunity across race in a society.
How does Minny get fired?
What job does Skeeter get hired for
Columnist for the Jackson Journal
To write Miss Myrna letters
What is Ms. Saenz's son's REAL name?
Julian
Multiple Choice
What is the primary purpose of "The Help"?
B: To highlight the experiences of African American maids during the civil rights era
What does "perspective" mean?
In the movie, the story is told through multiple perspectives.
a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view
Where did Skeeter graduate college from?
Ole Miss
What company hires Skeeter?
The Jackson Journal
What is Ms. Saenz favorite color?
Purple
Multiple Choice:
Why does the movie focus on Aibileen’s relationship with Mae Mobley?
B: To highlight the emotional bonds that transcend racial and social barriers
What does tone mean?
the attitude of an author or speaker towards a subject.
What was the name of Skeeter's childhood maid?
Constantine
What company does Skeeter eventually want to work for?
Harper & Row
How old is Ms. Saenz
26
Multiple Choice:
Why does the movie include moments of joy and humor alongside serious themes of racial inequality?
C. To balance emotional intensity and make the serious themes more accessible
What does theme mean?
the subject of a talk, a piece of writing, a person's thoughts, or an exhibition; a topic.
Who does Hilly's friend group not like? They will not allow her to join their group.
Celia Foote.
Why does it scare Aibileen that Skeeter is clueless about black people’s troubles?
Because Skeeter is clueless and isn't aware of the damage that can be done & the consequences that black people go through.
When is Ms. Saenz's birthday?
November 23