Social Studies Heroes and Characteristics of Heroes

An individual who stands up for the rights of others even at personal risk.

• heroism

• unsung hero

• hero

• national hero

An Individual acting courageously, voluntarily for the service of others who are in need, whether it is for an individual, a group, or a community , without expectation of reward or external gain Recognition even at personal risk.

• heroism

• bravery

• unsung hero

• national hero

An individual who has made significant contribution to the development of a country to the point of sacrificing his/her life.

• unsung hero

• heroism

• national hero

• hero

Individuals who make great sacrifice on behalf of others and makes no claim nor have expectations for services rendered.

• unsung hero

• heroism

• national hero

• heroine

Admired for her outstanding qualities in placing others above self in ensuring their safety, development and protection is best described as:

• national hero

• heroine

• heroism

• hero

Development is best described as:

• a guidelines or laws ensuring appropriate conduct.

• positive change causing growth over a long period of time

• standards guiding proper conduct

• standards of right and wrong governing a society.

The main characteristics of a National Hero is represented as:

• moral and physical courage that initiate actions that cause positive change.

• standards of expectations for services rendered

• render services if it does not result personal sacrifice or loss.

• a bold but illogical move causing additional loss and grief.

Awards for outstanding national service given during celebrations is known as:

• Boxing Day

• Labour Day

• Heroes Day

• Emancipation Day

This national society award is equal in status to the order of nation. This award is known as;

• Order of Merit

• Order of Excellence

• Order of Jamaica

• Order of nation

This Honour of Society , National Award to conferred on Governor Generals and Prime Ministers. This is known as:

• Order of Nation

• Order of Jamaica

• Order of Excellence

• Badge of Honour