All Summer in a Day - Compare and Contrast Worksheet

Story vs. Movie

1. Characters

How are the characters portrayed in the story compared to the movie? Focus on Margot and one other character of your choice.

Story Movie

Hint: Think about their appearance, actions, and how they speak.

2. Setting

How is the planet Venus depicted in the story versus the movie?

Story Movie

Hint: Consider the descriptions of the rain, the underground city, and the brief moment of sunlight.

3. The Sun's Appearance

How is the moment when the sun comes out presented in each version?

Story Movie

Hint: Think about the descriptive language used in the story and how this is visually represented in the movie.

4. Children's Reaction

How do the children react to the sun in each version?

Story Movie

Hint: Look for specific actions, emotions, or dialogue that show how the children feel about the sun.

5. Ending

How does the ending differ between the story and the movie?

Story Movie

Hint: Think about what happens after the sun disappears and how the children react to Margot.

6. Overall Impact

Which version did you find more impactful, and why? Explain your reasoning using specific examples from both the story and the movie.

Hint: Consider how each medium (text vs. film) tells the story and which elements stood out to you in each version.