Unit 2: Cinderella Man Questions

12. Why is the end considered a real life fairytale ending?

He gets a happy ending.

10. What is Hooverville? What happens to Mike?

Homeless shelter in Central Park, as a sign of protest. mike died from being run over by a wagon.

7. What makes Braddock a stronger fighter?

So much to lose, more determined to keep everyone together (for his family)

9. Why does he return to Emergency Relief Fund office after he begins to win fights?

To repay the money he had borrowed and pay the money forward.

2. Why do men line up everyday outside metal gates?

To try and get a job

4. Braddock and Mike Wilson go for a drink, what does their discussion reveal about the effects of the depression?

-Hooverville, Unionizing, FDR's lack of help

6. What is a turning point for Braddock during the movie?

Being told about a one time match

1. What are some immediate changes that highlight the changes that have taken place in his life during 10 years?

-Insufficient food -Lack of luxuries -Word out cloches -Overdue Bills -Different, smaller living quarters

8. Why does the manga call him "Cinderella Man"?

From wealth to poverty to wealth again.

5. What are the most severe problems facing Braddock's family during the film?

Hand broken= affected doing his job One birthdays cake for all the kids Can't get a stable job Apartment might be foreclosed No heat, gas, electricity

3. Why does James Braddock son steal from the butcher? What was he afraid would happen?

He was afraid he would be taken away from his parents because there wasn't enough for them to eat.

11. How does Braddock become a symbol of hope for people suffering in the Great Depression?

Inspiration, since he was given a second chance others can have one too if they try. He was fighting for them.