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1. The extended family was a very important part of the Clampett way of life. Diagram their extended family and comment on the relationships between the characters. Then diagram your extended family and comment on your relationship with individual members.
You may use the space provided or use your own paper.
2. One of the central themes of this episode is that people are treated differently because of appearance and whether they have money or not. Identify these situations and comment on how the same occurs in your life, school, or community. Have you ever benefited or suffered from this situation? What does your spiritual background say about this issue? Locate and report on three current issues that are related to this topic. Use your own paper if you need to or the space provided below.
3. The "still," a big part of mountain folks' lives, was seen as a negative stereotype. Yet today, Yuppies make their own wine, and it is viewed as a status symbol. Why?
4. In a comic scene, Jed and Cousin Pearl discuss why they should leave the mountains. Explain both of their perceptions about moving. What can we learn from this? Why did Jed agree to leave and move to Beverly Hills? What does this say about him and his values?
5. Comment on Mr. Drysdale's quote, "I know to the dollar what type of people they are."
6. How does the Lord enter in Jed and Granny's thoughts about moving?
7. The Clampetts look silly in many of their new situations. Describe a time when you have shared their feelings, because you were out of your element.
8. Explain any additional thoughts you have gained from this viewing.
