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Gattaca
Viewing Questions
Answer the following questions upon watching the movie, “Gattaca” (Columbia
Pictures, 1997)
SHORT RESPONSE (1 mark each)
1. Describe four ways that Vincent maintains his genetic identity.
2. What does the term “Valid” mean in Vincent’s society?
3. When Vincent was born, what did the nurse immediately do, and why?
4. How are humans “expected” to reproduce?
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5. What motivates people to use genetic screening?
6. What is the fundamental difference between Vincent and his brother Anton?
7. What does Vincent mean when he says, “my real resume was in my cells?”
8. GATTACA society is divided. What determines your social position?
9. Why is Vincent, as a masquerading valid, called a “borrowed ladder?”
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CONNECTING SCIENCE FICTION to FACT - CRITICAL THINKING (3 marks each)
1. There are many hidden meanings in the words used in this film. How is the title of the movie
inspired by the scientific principles illustrated in the movie?
2. Why is the name “Eugene” such a clever name used in this movie? Explain.
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3. This movie was produced in 1997, more than 20 years ago. In the two decades since it was made,
are there any aspects of our modern society that was accurately predicted by “Gattaca”? Describe.
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GATTACA - EXPANDING THE EXPERIENCE (20 marks)
1. In 500 words (double-spaced, size 12 font, times new
roman), write a coherent and thoughtful discussion on the
various ethical issues raised by the world and society of Gattaca. You can
include your views on the societal inequality and injustices that exist in this
world as well as your own personal reflection the about morals and ethics when
it comes to use of this powerful technology/research. This will be due Friday,
December 18th.
The writing level should be intended for readers your age. If you did additional research, please
include a works cited section in MLA8 format at the back of your assignment.
A marking rubric will be given to you next week. But the assessment areas are:
A. content/quality of discussion and arguments
B. quality of self-reflection and inquiry
C. use of scientific vocabulary and understanding
D. technical details of assignments (format and grammar)
ASSESSMENT AREAS
A. CONTENT/QUALITY
OF DISCUSSION AND
ARGUMENTS
I
B
D
Applying (A)
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B. QUALITY OF SELFREFLECTION AND
INQUIRY
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C. USE OF SCIENTIFIC
VOCABULARY AND
UNDERSTANDING
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D. TECHNICAL DETAILS
OF ASSIGNMENTS
(FORMAT AND
GRAMMAR)
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Main idea/theme is clear
Supporting arguments are organized into
paragraphs
Supporting arguments are supported with
evidence from the source material or from
additional research
Makes connections to your own lived experiences
or to those of others (especially from
marginalized or oppressed groups)
Explore questions or themes BEYOND the source
material
Correctly uses terminology encountered in class
texts or notes
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the
underlying genetic/biological processes explored
in the film
Spelling and grammar
Complete sentences
Errors in spelling, grammar, or sentence structure
do not detract from the meaning or the argument
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