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Defiance tells the story of the Bielski brothers whose bravery during the Holocaust saved hundreds of lives.

After their parents are murdered in a massacre, the four Bielski brothers fled to the woods. Slowly, the group started a partisan group unlike any other. Overall, 1,200 Jews Bielski partisans survived the war.

Defiance is rated R for violence and profanity, but it is a moving film that shines light on Jewish resistance during the Holocaust.

This movie guide includes 14 pages plus an answer key.

COMPREHENSION

Pre-Viewing Questions
Discussion Questions (2 ways)
Morality
Themes
Lessons Learned
Biblical Parallels

LEARNING

The True Story (paragraph)
The True Story (questions)
Jewish Resistance (5 other stories/essay prompts)

OTHER

Zus vs Tuvia
Quotes
Writing Prompt

Defiance Movie Study

Grades: 9-12

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