Rabbit Proof Fence
Worksheet 3
Enduring Understanding
Cultural identity is determined by many factors.
Objectives:
- to explore the above enduring understanding
- to explore the meaning behind people’s behavior
Australian Aboriginal Culture
Before we begin this section, you need to know that the Australian Aborigines belong to many different tribes, each with its own dialect and different customs.
Interpreting evidence
1. Group discussion (Form a group of 3 or 4 people)
2. Reflect on the movie.
Question
What does the movie tell you about aboriginal culture in that area of Australia?
· Discuss the behaviors you saw in the movie (10 minutes)
· Create hypotheses (guesses / conclusions) about what these behaviors suggest about aboriginal customs
· Make an individual list (each person must have their own notes) of hypotheses about aboriginal customs
Now go to page 2 for instructions on investigating your hypotheses further.
Research (Individual work)
Select one hypothesis from your list
Visit the following sites:
http://www.dreamtime.net.au/indigenous/index.cfm
http://www.compassionatwork.com/art_minniecon.html
Question
What evidence can you find for your hypothesis?
(if your hypothesis is ‘obscure’, you might have difficulty finding information – you may go to other sites if you wish)
Instructions
Set up a table for your notes, using the format laid out below.
· As you can see, you need to write in your hypothesis in the heading of the table.
· As you read specific information on your topic, decide if it helps you work out whether your hypothesis is correct.
· List relevant information in bullet point form in the correct column.
Hypothesis –Supporting evidence / Contradictory evidence