Obituary and Eulogy
Name
Independent Project Based Learning
Date
Due Dates: __ – __________
th
Martin- 8 grade English
INSTRUCTIONS
1. An Obituary is an enouncement of death An Eulogy is a speech of praise, usually
delivered in reference to someone who has just died.
2. Create a newspaper Obituary in MS Publisher for a famous person or character.
3. In your eulogy, pay tribute to at least five of his/her best qualities or accomplishments.
4. Create a funeral scene and film the event including someone giving the Eulogy.
5. Present this media event to the class with reflective comments about the process you
used in this media event.
6. Make sure to include the person’s name, your actors, as well as your own name.
7. Print out this form and include it with your project.
RUBRIC
For Instructor Use Only
Requirements
Points
Possible
 Eulogy is at least one page and is neatly and carefully produced and
presented.
15
 Eulogy clearly uses the research demonstrating knowledge of chosen
person of fame.
20
 Student includes at least five qualities and five accomplishments.
15
 Reflection is given and an obituary is provided.
15
 Reflection is thoughtful and well organized.
15
 Reflection and media successfully explains why the student chose this
person as well as the tasks the student had along the way.
20
Total Points
100
Awarded