The Qualities of Hero

Chris McClendon 12/11/09 3rd Hour The Qualities of Hero What functions Annie Sullivan probatory? The traits that she showed in The Miracle Worker by William Gibson do her significant. In this falsehood she showed many a(prenominal) characteristics that make her unique in comparison to early(a) pick upers. Being half blind herself, she could consort to Helen in some ways. Annie Sullivan exemplified many large qualities such as patience, perseverance, and self-determination. First, Annie Sullivan showed patience in many different situations throughout the story.Patience appeared in this map when Annie requested to stay with Helen, whole in the cabin for two weeks. She stated, ii weeks, for only unmatchable miracle. (Act II). Helen tested Annies patience when choosing not to cooperate with her. They got into many altercations, hardly still remained patient. Helen benefited the most from Annies perseverance. Sullivans patience helped her to determine Helen. When Helen tes ted Annies patience, she remained calm and continued to expect Helens behavior. This example shows how Annie exemplified patience in The Miracle Worker.Another characteristic that Annie showed in this story included perseverance. Annie persevered during the scene where she tried to get wind Helen how to fold the napkin. When she started, Helen did not seem to suffice to sign language or congregation the napkin. After a few days, she appeared pessimistic to her parents. Sullivan still continued to try and train her through all the obstacles, even when the Kellers precious her to leave. The rooms a wreck, but her napkin is folded. (Act II). Annie stated this after she successfully taught Helen how to fold a napkin.Even though the Kellers didnt believe in Annie, and Helen seemed to not react to her teaching, Annie still continued to try and teach her. Clearly, Annie Sullivan showed perseverance in this story. Lastly, Sullivan showed the quality of self-determination. Annie show ed self-reliance throughout the whole play. A particular proposition example would be when the Kellers thought that Annie would exhibit up, but she didnt. Here, clear up, why I only today saw what has to be done, to begin (Act II). Annie said this to the Kellers when they thought that she competency have given up.Sullivan was determined to teach Helen sign language. She remained persistent and did not give up. At this point Annie would do whatsoever she had to do to teach Helen sign language. She wanted to stay alone in the cabin with Helen even though the Kellers opposed. This self-determination helped Helen to make up ones mind and to pay more attention to Annie. This is how Annie Sullivan showed self-determination. In conclusion, Annie Sullivan illuminated many qualities that would make one see her as heroic. Three specific examples of these traits are patience, perseverance, and self-determination.Sullivan shows these characteristics throughout the entire play. The gent lemans gentleman would be a better patch if there more people showed the traits that Annie Sullivan did. I agree with Robert Brustein when he states, Gibson possesses substantial literary and dramatic gifts and an integrity of the highest order. In addition, he brings to his works authentic pathos, wit, bite and humor, and a lively, literate prose style equaled by few American dramatists. in the New Republic. When William Gibson wrote this play he used much compassion and drama. Lastly, I am grateful for creation able to read this transcendental play.