- Describe the setting (time and place):
- Describe the four major characters
- A. Dave Stoller:
- B. Cyril:
- C. Mike:
- D. Moocher:
What is a "cutter"?
All four have a common problem. What is it?
Describe the specific problems or concerns each character has:
- A. Dave:
- B. Cyril:
- C. Mike:
- D. Moocher:
Which character serves as the main protagonist?
Who or what serves as the antagonist?
What is the major conflict faced by the protagonist?
Many young people try out different roles as they mature. How does the "role"
Dave plays as an Italian complicate the plot?
What does Dave learn durning the race with the Italians?
There is a very revealing scene between Dave and his dad on campus. What do
we learn in this scene?
Steve Tesich won an Academy Award for this screenplay. What scene did you
find most
- realistic:
- humorous:
How does the title Breaking Away fit with the theme of the movie?
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