National Treasure I (2004): Complete Movie Guide

"National Treasure" is a 2004 adventure movie directed by Jon Turteltaub and starring Nicolas Cage in the lead role. The movie follows the story of Ben Gates, a historian and treasure hunter who is convinced that a map on the back of the Declaration of Independence leads to a hidden treasure. Gates enlists the help of his tech-savvy friend, Riley Poole, played by Justin Bartha, and an archivist named Abigail Chase, played by Diane Kruger, to steal the Declaration of Independence before it falls into the hands of a group of villains who want to use it to find the treasure.

The National Treasure I (2004): Complete Movie Guide movie features several action-packed chase scenes and puzzle-solving sequences as Gates and his team race to decipher the clues on the map and locate the treasure before their enemies do. Along the way, they encounter various historical landmarks and artifacts, including the Liberty Bell and the Resolute Desk.

"National Treasure" was a box office success and spawned a sequel, "National Treasure: Book of Secrets," in 2007. The movie was praised for its fun and exciting storyline, as well as its historical accuracy and attention to detail. The movie has become a beloved classic in the adventure genre, and its popularity has led to discussions of a potential third installment in the franchise.

This movie guide will help keep your students focused during the movie. This movie guide comes with a completed teacher key and some reflection questions for students. Teacher created and student approved! Ready to use - no prep! The movie can be found on Netflix, iTunes, and other streaming services.

Topics explored in this movie include: Founding Fathers, Constitutional Congress, Constitutional Convention, Declaration of Independence, American Revolution

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