Characters
This fiery-haired princess is the film’s protagonist.
Who is Merida?
Brave is set in this historical region.
What is medieval Scotland?
The fighting between the clans began over the story of this ancient prince.
Who is Mor’du?
This relationship is the emotional core of the film.
What is Merida and Elinor (mother–daughter)?
The central theme: Merida wants the freedom to decide her own ____.
What is fate?
Merida’s mother transforms into this creature after eating a spell-cake.
What is a bear?
The movie opens in this natural setting where Merida practices archery.
What is the forest?
This group of warriors arrives at the castle to compete for Merida’s hand.
Who are the clans?
Merida rebels because she doesn’t want her mother to force her into this tradition.
What is marriage?
The film teaches that tradition must be balanced with this.
What is personal choice?
This son of a clan leader is known for his fighting skills but has a comically thick accent that makes him hard to understand.
Who is Young Macintosh?
These magical floating lights guide Merida toward the witch.
What are will-o’-the-wisps?
The legend Merida overhears teaches that breaking tradition can lead to this consequence.
What is the downfall of a kingdom?
Fergus holds a long-standing grudge against bears because one took this from him.
What is his leg?
The curse storyline shows that pride can lead to this harmful outcome.
What is broken relationships?
This clan leader is known for his stubbornness and booming voice, often clashing with Fergus while still valuing the clan alliance.
Who is Lord Macintosh?
The royal family lives in this castle.
What is DunBroch?
The clans once fought together under this shared symbol of unity.
What is the kingdom’s alliance?
These two characters must learn to communicate without words after a magical transformation.
Who are Merida and Elinor?
“Mend the bond torn by pride” refers both to the tapestry and this emotional repair
What is fixing the mother–daughter relationship?
This character’s silent appearance in the witch’s cottage foreshadows her magical identity and her connection to Merida’s fate.
Who is the crow?
This rugged landscape reflects Merida’s wild, free-spirited personality.
What are the Scottish Highlands?
The cursed prince’s desire for “more” represents this common flaw in leaders.
What is unchecked ambition or selfishness?
The transformation curse forces Merida to understand this part of her mother's role.
What is the pressure and responsibility of leadership?
The film suggests that real bravery is not about fighting; it is about doing this difficult emotional action.
What is admitting your mistakes and trying to fix them?