Learning Target; Students will note and discuss the traits of good citizenship, integrity, commitment when
striving to complete a challenging goal.
Rudy Film Discussion/Questions
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Rudy’s experience demonstrates that if you meet the challenges of life with integrity and
commitment, those challenges can turn into unexpected opportunities. The film was sold by
Hollywood as a tale of second chances. That is accurate on one level. However, when analyzed
fully and supplemented by other events in Rudy’s life, the lessons to be learned from this film
include: in order to make your dreams come true You must fulfill your commitments
 Do your best
 Work hard
 Be lucky
 Then, at some point, be willing to accept the hand that fate has dealt you.
As you view the movie look for instances that show the following traits. Describe briefly the scene and why you
think it is a good example.
1. Trustworthiness:
2. Citizenship
3. Respect
4. Honesty
5. Courage,
6. Responsibility
7. Caring,
8. Fairness/Justice
9. Diligence
W1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics
or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
1.1
1.2
1.3
FCS 13.2 Analyze personal needs and characteristics and
their effects on interpersonal relationships.
FCS 13.3 Demonstrate communication skills that contribute to
positive relationships.
Dr. Vivian G. Baglien December 2013
Learning Target; Students will note and discuss the traits of good citizenship, integrity, commitment when
striving to complete a challenging goal.
10. Courage
11. Integrity
12. From the traits above which one do you feel is the most important and why? Use the back if needed.
W1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics
or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
1.1
1.2
1.3
FCS 13.2 Analyze personal needs and characteristics and
their effects on interpersonal relationships.
FCS 13.3 Demonstrate communication skills that contribute to
positive relationships.
Dr. Vivian G. Baglien December 2013