The Cadet Corps
This was the name of Bud's cadet group in the competition.
What is Company "A"?
He is the protagonist of the story, a dedicated member of the Cadet Corps.
Who is Bud?
Bud’s ability to keep marching after his mistake shows this important quality.
What is perseverance or dedication?
This item represented Bud’s pride in being a cadet and his family’s sacrifices.
What is the blue cadet uniform?
This is the group Bud joined, requiring hard work and discipline.
What is the Cadet Corps?
The cadet uniform made Bud’s mother feel this emotion.
What is pride?
She worked tirelessly to support her son and was proud of his efforts in school and the Corps.
Who is Hannah, Bud’s mother?
Bud’s family’s support, even after his failure, reflects this overarching theme.
What is family pride and love?
Bud’s mistake during the drill involved this piece of equipment.
What is the bayonet?
This major event was the climax of the story, where the companies competed.
What is the competitive drill?
Bud’s cadet training taught him this important quality, praised by the judge after the drill.
What is self-discipline?
This character idolized Bud and showed unwavering support, even in his failure.
Who is “Little Sister”?
Bud learns this lesson when the officer commends his self-control during the drill.
What is overcoming failure?
The competitive drill was held at this location, representing challenges to overcome.
What is the parade ground or baseball field?
Bud made this critical mistake during the drill.
What is dropping his bayonet?
The cadet corps practiced their drills at this time of day, leaving Bud tired and dusty.
What is after school?
This individual judged the drill and praised Bud for his discipline despite a mistake.
Who is the army officer?
The story teaches this value, which is necessary to succeed in life and in the Corps.
What is discipline?
The bright ribbons worn by spectators symbolized this sense of loyalty and support.
What is team spirit or pride in their company?
The officer highlighted this action by Bud as a sign of self-discipline.
What is continuing to march without hesitation after dropping his bayonet?
Bud’s position in the cadet corps was this, which he proudly embraced despite setbacks.
What is a private?
The deep bond between Bud and these two family members helped him overcome his embarrassment.
Who are his mother and “Little Sister”?
The officer’s praise and Bud’s recovery highlight the importance of this trait in personal growth.
What is resilience?
Bud brushing his uniform after the officer’s praise symbolized this emotional shift.
What is redemption or renewed pride?
This is how Bud’s family and peers reacted after his redemption.
What is they supported and celebrated him?