Babel (2006 Film)
by Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu
About_
This study guide explores the multi-strand narrative of the film, which follows intersecting stories across Morocco,
Mexico/the United States, and Japan. Students will trace how a single rifle connects families separated by
geography, language, and circumstance, examining themes of miscommunication, tragedy, and human connection.
The guide includes comprehension and critical thinking questions for each chapter, a crossword puzzle, and a
character study activity. This study guide contains 65 questions across 5 chapter sections (50 Factual + 15 Critical),
1 Crossword Puzzle (12 clues), and 1 Character Focus Activity.
What’s Included_
This study guide features 5 sets of 10 Factual Questions with an answer key (50 total), 5 sets of 3 Critical Analysis
Questions (15 total), 1 Crossword Puzzle (12 clues), and 1 Character Focus Activity (8 traits + evidence prompt +
critical thinking question).
Target Grades_
Grades 11-12, Introductory College Film Studies (due to mature themes including violence, substance use, and loss)
Teacher Note_
This guide is designed to help students track and synthesize a complex, multi-threaded narrative while building
close-reading and inference skills. The mix of factual recall and open-ended critical questions encourages students
to move beyond plot summary into thoughtful discussion of theme and character motivation, saving you valuable
prep time along the way.