I. Discuss the following in pairs:
- Which virtues are good for us?
- Are there any virtues which are always considered to be positive?
- Do you know who is Sybil Ludington?
- Do you know who is Beriah Green?
- Do you know who is Abraham Lincoln?
- Do you think history can teach us more than just facts?
- What can bravery and wisdom help you do? Write a list of 5 real-life achievements thanks to these virtues.
II. Now watch this video and complete your answers to the questions above with the information on the animation.
III. You just heard about some history figures that were able to accomplish great deeds because of their “virtues.” Describe a historical figure not mentioned in the video who you feel possessed a positive virtue and explain how that virtue helped him/her accomplish a “good deed.” Send your short paragraph as a comment (to be published by Friday October, 5).