Un4 Wesley Austrey, 1) (50 / fifty) Who years old, a 2) (construction worker) What Wesley Austrey saved Cameron Hollopeter. Hollopeter 3) (fell) to the tracks between the two rails when a train came. Wesley 4) How (jumped onto) the tracks, lay on top of Hollopeter and 5) (pressed) him down.

1. ? Yes, I think Wesley Austrey is a real hero because he showed unusual courage in times of danger. Few people would jump onto the tracks to save a stranger from a racing train.

? No, I don't think Wesley Austrey is a hero. He was behaving irresponsibly. He should have realized that he had two little children to take care of. What would his kids do if he died?!

2. ? I am most impressed by Wesley talking about his own fear and what he said to the stranger. From the report we can tell that Wesley loved his children and that he was fully aware of the danger he was facing. This further shows how caring and how courageous he was.

? I am most impressed when Wesley said, \don't feel like I did something extraordinary; I just saw someone who needed help\is a warm-hearted and courageous person. When it is time for him to offer help, he just extends his hand. This is why when a stranger slipped off the platform, Wesley immediately jumped onto the tracks to save him, regardless of the extreme danger involved.

3. I doubt if I would be courageous enough to jump onto the tracks to save the man. I would probably shout at the man, telling him to stay between the rails, lower his body, and keep his head down. And then I would ask the subway staff for help.

Reference:

1. Today both victims and survivors of all kinds of difficulties and tragedies are described as heroes.

2. Because during a mass shooting in Tucson, Daniel Hernandez courageously ran through the danger to save one of the victims.

3. The priest meant that Dory was a hero not just because he gave his life for his wife, but also because he had been known for his remarkable spirit and love of humanity when he was alive.

4. First responders are people, such as police officers and firefighters, whose job is to rush toward danger. They are supposed to be the first to arrive at the scene of accidents and deal with emergencies.

5. In the past, heroes were those who acted courageously beyond the call of duty or great leaders, while today's heroes can be average men and women. 6. Eleanor McMahon considered many police officers to be heroes because they rush toward danger to help those in need, against the human instinct to rush toward safety and away from danger.

7. The inspiring stories of heroes help remind us that ordinary people can do extraordinary things, whether it is to fulfill their duties, or as part of everyday life.

8. We honor heroes by recognizing their heroism and, more importantly, by working to change the circumstances that led to their death.

Reference:

1. In my view, a hero is someone who:

? is brave or even risks their lives in face of danger; ? saves others in trouble;

? shows great courage when others hesitate or fear; ? sacrifices themselves for others.

2. Yes, people who give their lives for others should certainly be considered heroes, no matter whom they save – whether it is a family member or a stranger. By rescuing others, they demonstrate extraordinary courage and the rare qualities of a hero.

3. Yes, I agree that \kids or adults, men or women, wants to be a hero. Some want to be a hero because they want to be respected or loved by others; they would like to gain fame or attention. Some want to be a hero because they want to feel powerful for themselves. Still some others want to be a hero just because they want to help those in need, even by sacrificing their own interest, health or lives. No matter what motivates the hero, it is a glorious feeling when others look up to you as a hero.

4. Yes, I think they should be regarded as heroes even though their efforts fail. They are heroes because they are brave and ready to sacrifice themselves for others. Their act and sacrifice will set a good example for other people, no matter whether their efforts have brought about desirable results or not. The most important thing is that they have tried while many other people would have neither the intention nor the courage to have a try.

5. It is heroes who protect us from danger, and give us strength, comfort and confidence. To honor heroes, we should:

? spread their names and stories in legends, the media, songs, movies, etc.; ? put up monuments for commemoration; ? name places after them;

? set up a special day to remember them; ? take good care of them and their families; ? give them special honors; and ? call on society to learn from them.

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