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Glory Movie Guide (R - 1989)

Glory Movie Guide (R - 1989)

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Classroom Use at a Glance

No-prep movie guide for Glory Movie Guide (R - 1989) with student questions, answer key, and social studies discussion support.

Resource type
Movie Guide
Grade band
Grades 9–12
Rating
R
Time required
Full Film + Follow-Up
Prep level
No-Prep
Subject
Social Studies U.S. History
Classroom use
Full Film Lesson Movie Day Accountability Social Studies Extension Discussion Evidence-Based Writing Film Analysis Digital Assignment
Includes
Student Movie Guide Short-Answer Questions Essay Questions Answer Key Discussion Questions Google Slides Version Printable PDF Standards Alignment
Tech format
Google Slides Printable PDF Google Classroom Ready ZIP File

This Glory Movie Guide (R – 1989) challenges students to connect with this classic civil war film. Ask students to analyze Colonel Robert Shaw, how the war changes him and the impact he has on his soldiers. Compare and contrast him to Colonel Montgomery. Determine the symbolism of Robert’s men carrying the flag after he dies and discuss the concept of ‘tough love’.

This resource is meant to supplement the viewing of the film on IMDb. See the Parents Guide for content details.

Glory Movie Guide for the Classroom | Quick Facts

  • Grades: Grades 9–12
  • Time: 122 min
  • Additional Time: ~30 min beyond the film for discussion/essay
  • Format: PDF, Google Slides
  • Content Rating: R - None (Sex/Nudity); Severe (Violence & Gore); Moderate (Profanity); Mild (Alcohol/Smoking).
  • CCSS Alignment: YES

Movie Plot (for teachers)

Colonel Robert Gould Shaw leads the 54th Massachusetts in the Civil War as soldiers Trip and Rawlins confront racism and duty—excellent for primary and secondary source comparison and civic courage.

Teacher Guidance

  1. Print one guide per student; preview the next question before you press play.
  2. Use pause points for cite-and-explain responses and targeted discussion.
  3. Encourage collaboration while discouraging copying; rewind key scenes to model close viewing.

What’s Included

  • Student movie guide (PDF)
  • Google Slides version (make-a-copy link)
  • Answer Key
  • CCSS alignment one-pager (PDF, 1 page)
  • CCSS note: Students apply reading-comprehension skills to film (evidence, analysis, inference).

This independent educational resource is not affiliated with or endorsed by the film’s producers or distributors. Teachers are responsible for previewing content to ensure suitability for their students.

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