In the face of opposition, a courageous person is someone who puts the needs of others before themselves and stands up for what is right, even if they stand alone. In our world today, Malala Yousafzai displays true courage when she stands up for girls’ education. Similarly, Boo Radley from To Kill a Mockingbird exhibits courage when he defies the stereotypes the community has for him by showing kindness to Jem and Scout. Both Malala Yousafzai and Boo Radley exemplify true courage as they both stand up to their oppressors, protect the vulnerable, and risk their lives for who they believe in.
Courage is shown by both Malala and Boo when they peacefully stand up to their oppressors to benefit the lives of those around them.Since her
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days blogging undercover for the BBC, Malala actively stands up to the Taliban, a terrorist group who enforces the ban on education for girls. In response to their rules, Malala has said “All I want is education.And I’m afraid of no one” (Bey). Malala tells her oppressors that no matter what they do to her, she will fight on for what she believes in. In other ways, Boo Radley stands up to his oppressors when he leaves treats in the tree for the children. Boo’s oppressors are the typical Maycomb people who feed into hateful gossip spread by characters such as Miss Stephanie Crawford. After the children receive a couple of gifts from the tree, they both decide to write a letter to the person leaving them which reads, “ ‘Dear sir,’ said Jem ‘We appreciate the-no we appreciate everything which you have put in the tree for us’ ” (Lee 82). By defying the notions that the citizens of Maycomb have for him, Boo stands up to their narrow minded ways and anonymously becomes someone the children appreciate. Malala and Boo succeed in showing courage when standing up to their oppressors, especially as they approach with kindness and not violence to those who have done them wrong. Part of being a courageous person is protecting those who cannot protect themselves.
Both Malala and Boo demonstrate this when they protect the children within their communities. Malala demonstrates courage when she runs the Malala fund, a foundation that advocates in girls rights and specifically education. On the website, it states “The Malala fund is asking governments to measure girls’ participation in a full 12 years of education” (Commitment). By helping to extend a girls education, Malala aids significantly in bettering the lives of these girls. The girls that the Malala fund protects are young; and without a voice they cannot change laws. In this way, Malala shows great courage as she stands up to world governments in order to protect children from a life without opportunity. On a more local scale, Boo Radley is viewed as a Malala figure to Jem and Scout. Throughout the novel he offers the children simple acts of kindness and near the end of the novel, saves their lives. Scout says “He gave us two soap dolls, a broken watch and chain, a pair of lucky pennies, and our lives” (Lee 373). When Bob Ewell attacks the children they do not have the power to overtake him. Despite his reluctance and perhaps anxiety of going outside, Boo ultimately decides he must help the children. In both situations, Boo and Malala showed courage in their actions when they chose to protect children they care
about. True courage is also about taking risks for what one believes in, and there is perhaps no greater risk one can take than that of their life. Malala and Boo both risk their lives in order to stand up for who they believe in. From an early age until now, Malala makes the choice to stand up for girls’ education, including her own, even if that means that she would die. In an interview, Malala states “I had really two options; one was to remain silent and wait to be killed and then the second was to speak up and then be killed and I chose the second one” (Sreenivasan). This shows that even though her life was on the line, Malala was able to make the sacrifice if it meant that other girls would be able to go to school. Likewise, Boo Radley had a choice to sit back and watch the unthinkable happen to Jem and Scout but he chose to act on it. In the book, there is a scene of dialogue between Scout and Heck Tate that reads: ‘I thought it was Atticus had come to help us and got wore out--’ ‘Who was it?’ ‘Why there he is Mr.Tate, he can tell you his name.” (Lee 362). In this case, Scout was talking about Boo and how he came out to their rescue, consequently putting his life or freedom on the line. Through risking what they have to help others, Malala and Boo depict courage in their communities. By defying the stereotypes their oppressors have for them, caring for the vulnerable, and taking chances, Malala and Boo display true courage. Despite having the power of the Taliban against her, Malala remains a fearless champion for girls education. Boo Radley consistently tries to be a good person for Jem and Scout in spite of what his community says about him. Through their courageous actions we are able to view how deeply they care for the people in their community who need it the most. These figures teach us that although being courageous can be daunting, it is a very important skill to have in order to better our communities.
Strength, power and courage was born.” Malala continued to lead activist groups and conferences after being shot. She demonstrates persistence by continuing to speak out about the importance of access to education for women. In her grew courage, bravery and
Courage is a deed that can be portrayed in many ways. In the Historical Fiction novel To Kill a Mockingbird written by Harper Lee, there are many acts of racism and problematic cases where acts of courage are demonstrated in different and unique ways that can only be deciphered if one reads in between the lines of the words. There are three characters in particular who show courage in diverse ways. First, there is Arthur Radley who anonymously shows courage by performing tasks that cause him to face the outside world where he’s been isolated from for so long. Secondly, there is Scout Finch who demonstrates courage through her adolescent age. Lastly, there is Atticus Finch who displays courage through his selfless and kind actions. Therefore, in the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee uses diverse characters to represent different acts of courage.
In I am Malala it shows that she was willing to die for her rights and everyone else’s. When she started to go to school, she knew the dangers but she kept going.Her honor was so big that the Taliban thought it would gather supporters and so they shot her.Her strength was enormous she had to fight her way to the top so she can be heard.“We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced.” (malala) She also had to fight the fear of the threats.“The extremists are afraid of books and pens, the power of education frightens them. they are afraid of women.” (malala)
...nd results could be. Atticus Finch defended a black man, even though it put his and his children’s lives in danger; Mrs. Dubose acknowledged her morphine addiction and overcame it, and Boo Radley braved the outdoors to save the Finch children, even though it put his life at risk. Courage is not taking a challenge knowing you will win, it is facing a challenge one knows one will most likely lose and still trying.
All over the world, there are terrible things that have happened, but some people actually see them and have the courage to make the right change. Some of these people have even changed the way the world looks at things. Some great leaders and examples were Harriet Tubman, Melba Patillo Beals, and Malala Yousafzai. All of these characters had big motivations in their lives and felt the need to enact change. Harriet Tubman had lived through slavery herself and wanted to give other slaves the freedom they deserved. Melba was simply a highschool student who chose the long path of integrating an all white high school. Finally, Malala was a young girl who was determined to give women and girls the same chance at education
Without courageous people, human society would not progress. This is evident in Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, whereby a few heroic individuals inspire transformations in a racist community. One of the characters who shows bravery is Tom Robinson. Even though he knows he will most likely lose, he goes on trial and fights for justice and truth. Another person who displays inner strength is Boo Radley. He is able to break out of his comfort zone and stand up for what is right, despite his fear. The most daring character in the novel is Atticus Finch. Although most of the town is against him, he continues onward and faces hatred with dignity and respect. Each of these extraordinary individuals represent Harper Lee’s belief that real courage is doing the right thing, even if it requires standing up against the majority.
People show bravery in many ways, both typical and atypical. Atticus, Boo and Jem all showed important examples of bravery. Atticus models bravery for his children in the determined way he defends Tom Robinson. Boo eventually becomes a hero by the brave actions he takes to protect the children. Jem grows from an immature child to a brave young man. They all face their inner fears as well as the rules of society and stand up for what they believe in. Harper Lee’s classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird shows the difference between right and wrong by the actions of Atticus, Boo and Jem.
Courage is not something that we are born with, it is a skill that takes time to learn and only a few are lucky enough to have it. To Kill a Mockingbird is not only about life in a world full of hate, it is about standing up for anyone’s beliefs being brave enough to do it. In this story, Harper Lee says “Courage is not a man with a gun in his hand. It's knowing you're licked before you begin but you begin anyway and you see it through no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do” (Lee 112). In To Kill A Mockingbird, Harper Lee illustrates courage through Atticus Finch, Mrs. Dubose, and Arthur Radley.
Everyone is born with some form of courage. The question is, in their lifetime, will they choose to use it and grow from it? People can be courageous in many different situations and through multiple types of courage. In To Kill A Mockingbird, the author, Harper Lee, values standing up for what is right as being the most important category of courage. Harper Lee displays acts of courage through the characters when Atticus defends Tom Robinson, Scout and Jem choose not to show their anger through violence, and town’s people stand up for Tom and Atticus; thus showing that the author believes that standing up for what is right is the most valuable attribute of courage.
Courage is having the strength to do something that is frightening to most people. It can be something large scale like the responders on 9/11 risking their lives for hundreds of people. Courage can also be something of smaller scale but just as significant like standing up for a black man in a town of racial prejudice. In Harper Lee’s novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, many of the characters she has initiated show courageous qualities. One of those characters is Atticus Finch, father of Jem and Scout who demonstrates courage many times throughout the novel. Standing up for his beliefs, restraining from the negligent tauntings of his neighbors and defending a man whose innocence will not be proved, all show Atticus is the most courageous character
As the story progresses, Boo becomes more of a symbol of kindness and bravery than that of the "town freak" which he is made out to be. Boo leaves presents for the children in the hollow trunk of an old tree, as well as covers Scout with a blanket during Miss Maudie's fire. However, it is not until he saves Jem and Scout's life from the hands of the deranged Mr. Ewell, that Boo shows his true heroic character. Even though Boo is a physically weaker man, he shows no fear when it comes to protecting Jem and Scout's life.
Boo Radley and Tom Robinson are both symbolized by the mockingbird. Earlier in the novel Atticus tells the kids “Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit 'em, but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird” (Lee 103) Miss Maudie is the one to explain to them why he said that. Mockingbirds do not bother anyone; they only make music for us to enjoy. The mockingbird can symbolize Boo Radley in many ways. The first reason is everyone assumes he is a bad and evil person just because of rumors people have spread. Whenever a crime is committed in Maycomb many believe it is the works of Arthur Radley. If the town’s azaleas froze it was because Boo had breathed on them. No child would ever eat the pecans from the Radley tree because they
In conclusion, true courage is shown in the story in many different ways by many different characters. There was not just one protagonist in this story who turns out to be a hero. In this story we had two plots. Each of the plots contained many heroic characters who not only did what they deemed morally just, but put their life behind what they believed in. Whether physically or mentally exerting themselves, almost every character, showed qualities like Martin Luther King Jr. They made bold statements in the community. They sent out messages that people would not forget. It is unfortunate that only now can we admire these type of people for what they did. Thankfully, they are remembered for their courage and that is what makes these characters world famous.
Throughout TKAM, courage is shown when people know they will fail, but they still try; or when they risk their social and normal life to help others. The characters Miss Dubose, Atticus Finch, and Arthur (Boo) Radley show courage through the book. Firstly, in the book, To Kill A Mockingbird, the character, Ms. Dubose, showed courage. Atticus showed courage when in the book he decided that he would stand up for Tom Robinson, a Negro recently victimized by false rape, in court and try his best not to let an innocent man die.
While they were fighting back for what they believe in, they suffer the consequences. For example, Malala and the girls in her town had a thirst for knowledge and education which inspired big dreams. But as the Taliban spread and terrorism took over, those dreams shattered, schools were destroyed and education became a crime. Although others were disappointed but sat back and accepted reality, Malala chose to stand and fight. She claimed that, “[she] had two options. One was two remain silent and wait to be killed. And the second was to speak up and then be killed. [She] chose the second one” (Yousafzai). By doing so, she put a target on her back, however, that only pushed her to do more. Through her determination, she spoke out to her town and to her country, but eventually her actions caught up to her and she was shot it the head and shoulder. Malala was only fighting against the