In Kingdom of Heaven, Balian defends Jerusalem primarily to

• Convert Muslims to Christianity.
• Protect innocent lives, regardless of religion.
• Gain wealth and power.
• Gain some popularity

The Knights Templar in the film are portrayed as:

• Advocates for peace between religions.
• Loyal followers of Saladin.
• Religious extremists using faith to justify violence.
• Neutral mediators

The interaction between Saladin and Balian at the end of the film highlights:

• Mutual respect despite religious differences.
• Total rejection of religious coexistence.
• A plan to merge Christian
• Saladin’s surrender to Balian.

The burning of the Muslim caravan by Crusaders symbolizes:

• Religious unity
• A celebration of Christian victory
• The hypocrisy of using religion for political power.
• Saladin’s cruelty.

What does Kingdom of Heaven suggest about religion and governance?

• Religion is necessary for a stable society.
• Secular ethics can replace religious doctrine in leadership.
• Only one religion should dominate a society.
• Religious wars are unavoidable

Explain how Kingdom of Heaven critiques the use of religion to justify political power. Provide one specific example from the film

• The film critiques the manipulation of religion for political gain by portraying characters like Guy de Lusignan and the Knights Templar, who use Christian dogma to justify violence and control. For e

• Saladin’s contrast as a leader who prioritizes justice over religious dominance, showing that ethical governance does not require religious extremism.

• Balian’s refusal to enforce religious rule in Jerusalem, instead promoting secular values like fairness and protection of all citizens.

Give one example from Kingdom of Heaven where religion leads to unity or division in society. Briefly explain your answer

• The film shows division when the Knights Templar attack a Muslim caravan, claiming it is a religious duty. This violence creates conflict between Christians and Muslims, highlighting how religion can

• Unity is shown when Balian protects both Christians and Muslims in Jerusalem, emphasizing shared humanity over religious differences

• Division is seen in the rigid religious fanaticism of Guy de Lusignan, which escalates war with Saladin’s forces

True or False: In Kingdom of Heaven, the Knights Templar support peaceful coexistence between Christians and Muslims.

The film Kingdom of Heaven portrays the Crusades as a purely religious conflict

True or False: The Knights Templar in the film are portrayed as advocates for peace between Christians and Muslims

True or False: Saladin is portrayed as a ruthless and unjust leader in the film

True or False: The film criticizes the use of religion to justify political power

True or False: The final negotiation between Balian and Saladin demonstrates the possibility of peaceful coexistence between religions

True or False: The film suggests that religious tolerance is impossible during times of war.

True or False: Balian defends Jerusalem solely to protect Christians

Compare Balian’s leadership style with that of Guy de Lusignan. How do their approaches to religion and power differ?

• Balian uses secular ethics (justice, mercy) to unite people, while Guy exploits religion to justify violence and personal ambition