A Few Good Men Critical Thinking
1) How is an argument similar to a court hearing?
2) Why do you think the purpose is of watching a trial movie in a writing class?
3) What is the difference between Jessup’s interpretation of the law and actual law regarding
disciplining soldiers? How is his interpretation flawed?
4) What is the purpose masking an argument or persuasive stance within a movie?
5) Why do you think Kaffee changed his mind and decided to defend his clients instead of leaving
the case to another lawyer or plea bargaining?
6) Explain the significance of the quote: “just because a person has a motive doesn’t mean they’re
guilty.”
7) Should orders be obeyed, even if they’re unlawful? i.e. “morally questionable orders” Can you
think of instances when they should or shouldn’t?