Atticus teaches Scout the importance of seeking God's approval. ___________________, he tells her, “This case, Tom Robinson’s case, is something that goes to the essence of a man’s conscience—Scout, I couldn’t go to church and worship God if I didn’t try to help that man” (Lee 169).

Charlotte is selfless and enjoys watching others succeed. the "center of attraction on the farm" (White 114).

Hagrid has a low opinion of Muggles. When Mr. Dursley tries to prevent Harry from attending Hogwarts, _____________ he wants to go, a great Muggle like you won't stop him" (Rowling 130).

Early in the novel, Hermione believes that Harry and Ron are selfish. __________________Hermione protests, "Don't you care about Gryffindor [or] do you only care about yourselves[?]" (Rowling 155).

Shrek is cruel to Donkey. For example, after he meets Farquaad, Shrek tells Donkey, "Maybe there's a reason donkeys shouldn't talk."

In Aladdin's society, wealthy people have the most power. The film says that "he who has the gold makes the rules."

Scar uses sarcasm to avoid taking responsibility for his actions. After threatening his brother, ______________ temper. I wouldn't dream of challenging you."

Katniss regularly lies to make the people around her feel better. For example, _________________ Katniss replies that she feels "all right," even though she is "exhausted" (Collins 264).

Violet Beauregarde has a mean streak. She brags to reporters, "The next person who came along and pressed the button got my old gum on the end of his or her finger" (Dahl 32).

When Crush and Marlin notice that Squirt has been pulled away by the current, he tells him, "Let us see what Squirt does flying solo."

Harry, Ron, and Hermione each have a different approach to schoolwork. For example, while discussing final exams, "You realize we need to pass these exams to get into the second year?" (Rowling 229).

Greg learns to appreciate his parents' wisdom. Eventually, he shares with the reader, "What this whole episode has taught me is that... it's not such a bad idea to listen to your mother" (Kinney 185).

Greg does not value Rowley's friendship. "Me and Rowley have officially been ex-friends for about a month now, and … I'm better off without him" (Kinney 196).

Gill's efforts to help Nemo escape the tank are motivated by selfishness. After his plan to have Nemo jam the filter fails, Gill apologizes to the young fish: "I was so ready to get out, so ready to taste that ocean, I was willing to put you in harm's way to get there."