Question 1: How do we define the personality traits of a hero ? Compels with discomfort Compassionate (“Partners relief and development “) Courageous (“Partners relief and development “) Nobility humanitarianism entertainer leadership Environmentalism Honesty Courage Respect Civic Virtue Living Peaceably (Bookmarkable URL intermediate )

Question 2: How does a hero reflect his/her particular culture and society? Babe reflected her culture by “Even though Babe wasn't concerned with the gender and class issues of the time, she soon learned that women were not supposed to play sports, and she would have to get a job with a business to play professionally for their team.” (npr.com) “In the history of track-and-field for male or female, her feat was the most amazing performance by any individual. Because of her performance, her name appeared on every sports page in the nation. She became one of the most prominent members of the United States Olympic team of 1932.”(essortment.com) Zaharias continued to break down social customs for women in American life. (essortment.com) We will remember, "Mildred 'Babe' Didrikson Zaharias, the greatest woman golfer of our time", as the woman who was able to beat the men at their own games. She left her mark on the world with her success and determination to win. (essortment.com) “ Beyond this, however, Zaharias was a pioneer who struggled to break down social customs which barred women from various segments of American life. During an era when society dictated that women conform to a particular stereotype, Zaharias persisted in challenging the public's view of woman's place in society. She not only insisted on pursuing a career in sports but also participated in sports considered in the male domain. In her dress, speech, and manner, Zaharias refused to conform to the ladylike image expected of female athletes. She did it successfully because she was such an outstanding athlete. It nevertheless took courage, because she was subjected to the most insidious rumors and innuendos concerning her sex and femininity, attacks which she suffered without complaint. “ (“GALE”)

Question 3: How does a hero represent his/her time period and geographical area? Port Arthur, Texas ("Gale) America Beaumont, Texas (“Remembering A 'Babe”)

Question 4: How do various cultures reward or recognize their heroes? Voted the worlds greatest female athlete of the being half of the 20 th cenurty. ("Achievements." Babe Didrikson ) 1931, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1950, and 1954 were the years Babe was awarded the female athlete of the year award. Many Olympic medals Won 82 golf tournaments ("Babe Didrikson goes “) 1943 rewarded the amateur golfer Won 17 pro golf turns

Question 5: How did Babe impact her time period of living? “ breaking ground in women’s golf “ (Education & Resources ) Did all of this--- Voted the worlds greatest female athlete of the being half of the 20 th cenurty. ("Achievements." Babe Didrikson ) 1931, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1950, and 1954 were the years Babe was awarded the female athlete of the year award. Many Olympic medals Won 82 golf tournaments ("Babe Didrikson goes “) 1943 rewarded the amateur golfer Won 17 pro golf turns “ Beyond this, however, Zaharias was a pioneer who struggled to break down social customs which barred women from various segments of American life. During an era when society dictated that women conform to a particular stereotype, Zaharias persisted in challenging the public's view of woman's place in society. She not only insisted on pursuing a career in sports but also participated in sports considered in the male domain. In her dress, speech, and manner, Zaharias refused to conform to the ladylike image expected of female athletes. She did it successfully because she was such an outstanding athlete. It nevertheless took courage, because she was subjected to the most insidious rumors and innuendos concerning her sex and femininity, attacks which she suffered without complaint. “ (“GALE”)

Question 9: How did Babe impact her society ? Babe recived many olimpic medals ("Babe Didrikson goes “) an athletic prodigy from childhood ("Education & Resources”) Babe won medals, turnoments, awards. She was the first lady professional at a golf club and also founder of the Ladies PGA.("Babe.D.“) “ Beyond this, however, Zaharias was a pioneer who struggled to break down social customs which barred women from various segments of American life. During an era when society dictated that women conform to a particular stereotype, Zaharias persisted in challenging the public's view of woman's place in society. She not only insisted on pursuing a career in sports but also participated in sports considered in the male domain. In her dress, speech, and manner, Zaharias refused to conform to the ladylike image expected of female athletes. She did it successfully because she was such an outstanding athlete. It nevertheless took courage, because she was subjected to the most insidious rumors and innuendos concerning her sex and femininity, attacks which she suffered without complaint. “ (“GALE”)