Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi Movie Guide | Questions | Grades 8–12 (PG – 1983)

This Grades 8–12 Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983, PG) film quiz and movie worksheet includes editable and digital tools so students analyze Luke’s mercy toward Vader versus the Emperor’s manipulation, evaluate coalition-building with Ewoks, and explain how parallel action across space, ground, and throne room shapes the meaning of redemption.

Film Summary:
After rescuing Han from Jabba, the Rebels strike the second Death Star near Endor. Luke confronts Vader and Palpatine while the fleet battles above and allies fight below, resolving arcs through compassion, unlikely alliances, and family reconciliation.

Parental Guidance (IMDb):
Rated PG. Details: IMDb Parental Guide.

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Perfect For:

• ELA & Mythology (archetypes; redemption; resolution)
• Civics/History (occupation; insurgency; propaganda)
• Media Literacy/Film Studies (editing; sound; parallel action)
• SEL (identity; loyalty; compassion)

Skills Addressed:

• Citing precise scene evidence (R.1)
• Tracking central ideas and themes (R.2)
• Character & relationship analysis (R.3)
• Vocabulary in context (L.4)
• Clear explanation/argument writing (W.1–W.2)
• Discussion grounded in film as text (SL.1; W.9)

What’s Included: (a zip file with)

• Teacher Guide (PDF/Google Doc, editable, ~10 pages)
• Lesson Planning Tips
• Main Ideas & Themes Discussion Prompts
• Answer Keys for Vocabulary, Short-Answer, Reflection Questions
• Standards Alignment (CCRA)
• Student Worksheet (Google Slides / PPTX, editable, ~20 slides)
• 10 to 12 High-level Vocabulary Words in authentic dialogue
• 10 Chronological Short-Answer Questions for scene analysis
• 5 End-of-Film Reflection & Challenge Questions for synthesis
• Bonus! Google Forms 30-Question Multiple-Choice Self-Grading Quiz

Time & Tech:
Time: Film runtime (131 minutes) plus 30–45 minutes for this guide.
For Digital-first: Use Google Classroom/Chromebooks.
Print from Slides or PPT: Google Slides → Slide → Change background → white; File → Print settings & preview → 2 or 4 per page. PowerPoint → Design → Format Background → white; File → Print → Handouts: 2 or 4 per page.

DISCLAIMER: This product is a worksheet and question set only (the film is not included) for Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983). It is independently compiled for classroom use and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the filmmakers, distributors, or rights holders. Any dialogue excerpts are used only for educational purposes to support standards-aligned instruction.