Jurassic Park Assignments
You must choose assignments adding up to a total of 50 points.
10 point assignments
1. Create a character study of one of the following characters from Jurassic Park: Dr.
Grant, Tim, Mr. Hammond, or Dr. Sattler. Focus on their motivations, traits,
thoughts, and actions of the character in the plot. These are determined by what
the character says, does or what others say about them. (350 words)
2. Create a character web illustrating the relationship between ten main characters in
the novel. The links must be labeled to show the type of relationship that exists
between the characters.
3. Create a character sketch of one of the characters from the novel. A character
sketch is a portrait painted with words. This should include appropriate
background, physical traits, and actions. The details should be presented in a
manner that the reader can follow. (350 words)
4. Create a promotional poster that Dr. Hammond and InGen would use to promote
Jurassic Park to potential visitors. (on 11x17 paper minimum)
5. Write a descriptive essay of one of the dinosaurs present in the park. The reader
should be able to feel, taste, smell, hear, or see what you are describing. Use vivid
specific details to bring first-hand perceptions of the subject to life. (350 words)
6. Based on information from the novel write a brief biography of one of the main
characters. Include information about their background, actions and motivations
from evidence in the novel. (350 words)
7. Conflict is an important aspect of Jurassic Park. Choose three different types of
conflict using different examples from the novel to demonstrate your
understanding. (350 words)
25 Point Assignments
1. Write a position paper clearly outlining your beliefs surrounding the use of
genetic engineering and cloning. This will require research and reflection. A
position paper clearly presents a point of view and offers reasons to support this
position. The purpose is to prove and affirm the writer’s stand on the issue. It
must include documentation of research, 4 pages minimum. (12 font, typed, DS)
2. Write an alternate ending to the story. You may deviate as much as you wish.
However, the characters that survive in the novel must survive in your alternative
ending. The length should be 4 pages minimum. (12 font, typed, DS)
3. Re-write a scene from the novel based on a different point of view. All of the
actions should be conveyed to the reader from the perspective of the of the
character chosen. This will include dialogue, thoughts, feelings and any
motivations that the character may have. Length 4 pages minimum (12 font,
typed, DS)
50 Point Assignments
1. Create a diorama illustrating the setting for the novel on Isla Nublar. Your
diorama must include the buildings present as well as the holding areas for the
various dinosaurs as presented in the book. The representation must be based on
the text not the movie
2. Create your own film adaptation of the novel. Try to present the tale in a way that
is true to the novel while maintaining the interest of your audience. This should be
20 minutes at least. You will need to use props and costumes in your production.
3. In a research essay, evaluate the technology currently available for genetic
manipulation and cloning. Jurassic Park is a novel about technology run amok in
nature. Based on your research are the accomplishments of InGen possible with
today’s technology? If so, should we reintroduce extinct species through cloning
and DNA manipulation? This essay should be eight to ten pages, and requires
referencing.
4. Commentators have called Jurassic Park a modern Frankenstein. Read Mary
Shelley’s classic novel of science gone mad and compare it to Michael Crichton’s
modern thriller. Is the comparison relevant, and in what ways are they similar and
different. The comparison should have a length of eight to ten pages, typed and
double spaced.