Courage

When the main character must “do the right thing” and show honor, particularly when risks involve personal loss or shame. What type of courage is this?

• Moral

• Mental

• Social

• Spiritual

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When the main character does dangerous deeds. What type of courage is this?

• Emotional

• Physical

• Intellectual

• Social

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When the main character must stand for his/her own beliefs despite social pressure. What type of courage is this?

• Spiritual

• Moral

• Emotional

• Social

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When the main character searches for happiness, he/she must find the mental strength and stamina to persevere through a difficult situation, face fears, and make tough choices. What type of courage is this?

• Mental

• Physical

• Emotional

• Spiritual

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When the main character is willing to challenge previously accepted ideas and beliefs, to seek out the truth, and to contradict teachings that have been the “norm”. What type of courage is this?

• Spiritual

• Moral

• Emotional

• Intellectual

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

When the main character struggles with questions about faith, purpose, and meaning. What type of courage is this?

• Spiritual

• Emotional

• Mental

• Physical

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

The following questions are about how to spot courage. Which one shows Dangerous Conflicts?

• These stories have conflicts that often put the protagonist in mortal danger.

• Courage themed literature doesn’t mean the protagonist is not afraid. It means he/she pushes on despite that fear.

• People who act bravely don’t often view themselves that way. Look for humble, unassuming protagonists.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The following questions are about how to spot courage. Which one shows The Protagonist’s Self-Perception?

• These stories have conflicts that often put the protagonist in mortal danger.

• Courage themed literature doesn’t mean the protagonist is not afraid. It means he/she pushes on despite that fear.

• People who act bravely don’t often view themselves that way. Look for humble, unassuming protagonists.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

The following questions are about how to spot courage. Which one shows Fear vs. Bravery?

• These stories have conflicts that often put the protagonist in mortal danger.

• Courage themed literature doesn’t mean the protagonist is not afraid. It means he/she pushes on despite that fear.

• People who act bravely don’t often view themselves that way. Look for humble, unassuming protagonists.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2