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Last Updated August 27, 2024.
Investigate the "death camps" established by the Nazis during World War II. Analyze four specific camps in detail and compare them to the Plaszow labor camp depicted in Schindler's List.
Research the lives of at least three other "righteous individuals" honored by Yad Vashem, the Holocaust memorial in Jerusalem, for their efforts to rescue Jews during World War II.
Contrast the characters of Oskar Schindler and Amon Goeth. In what ways are they alike, and how do they differ? How does Keneally use these similarities and differences to highlight the themes in his novel?
Organize a mock trial for Amon Goeth, prosecuting him for his crimes against the Jewish prisoners at Plaszow. What should his punishment be?
Compare Keneally's portrayal in his novel to Steven Spielberg's adaptation of Schindler's story in his film. How do they differ?
Why do you think Keneally chose to write his book as a novel? Use textual evidence to discuss the impact of Keneally's approach and his possible reasons.
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