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Our America Comparative Paper

Our America Comparative Paper

Q Identify (a) key difference(s) between the movie and the book ‘Our America’ and how the difference(s) impact the meaning of ‘Our America’? How are the meanings of the movie and book different as a result of any differences between the plots, characters, dialogue, details, etc.? Note: You may use the Ghetto Life 101 radio broadcast to inform your answer but not as a substitute for the book. Minimum word count=750 Total points=5 Rubric Our America paper Our America paper Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWord Count 750 words 1 pts 750 words Paper is at least 750 words. 0 pts No Marks 1 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentification of Key Differences Student successfully identifies key difference(s) between the book and movie. 3 pts Student identifies key difference(s) The student identifies key difference(s) between the book and the movie. 1.5 pts Identifies Some of the Key Differences The student identifies and adequately explains some of the most important differences but there are key omissions. 0 pts Does not identify key difference(s) The student does not identify key difference(s) between the book and the movie. 3 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExplanation of Significance of Key Difference(s) The student successfully explains how the key difference(s) between the book and movie influence and affect the ideological tone of each. 0.5 pts Successful explaination The student comes up with a solid explanation of the overall effects that the differences between the book and the movie have on the meanings of the book and the movie. 0 pts Unsuccessful explanation The student does not come up with a solid explanation of the overall effects that the differences between the book and the movie have on the meanings of the book and the movie. 0.5 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeArgument The paper is framed as a plausible argument. 0.5 pts Argument The student successfully makes an argument in the paper and uses evidence to defend a thesis that is relevant to the paper topic. 0 pts Unsuccessful argument The student does not successfully make a relevant argument in the paper. 0.5 pts Total Points: 5 PreviousNext

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Although there are numerous significant variations between the film and the book, they both seem to have a compelling message to share. The film contains similar plot points as the book but is presented in a different way, in a different order. The film begins with Eric Morse's demise while plummeting from a 14-story tower. Rather, it immerses the audience in the existence of Lloyd and Lealan. The film uses this event to start off in order to grab the viewer's attention before explaining the condition of the two major protagonists. Another significant variation between the movie and the book is Dave Isay's part in the movie.