Perseverance
What injury does Dre suffer during the tournament, and how does he persevere?
A leg injury; he continues to fight by using creative strategies and determination
Who is the main antagonist in the movie?
Cheng
Who says, “Life will knock us down, but we can choose to get back up”?
Mr. Han
Who plays the role of Dre Parker in the movie?
Jaden Smith
In which city does Dre move to at the beginning of the movie?
Beijing, China
What motivates Dre to keep training despite wanting to give up?
His desire to overcome his fears and prove himself, with Mr. Han's encouragement
Who is Cheng's mentor
Master Li
Who says, "I came here to learn kung fu, not to make friends!", and what does this reveal about their attitude?
Dre, showcasing his impatience and misunderstanding of kung fu and discipline
What type of music genre does Dre listen to?
Hip Hop/Rap
What happens during the first encounter between Dre and Cheng in the park?
Cheng bullies Dre and beats him up in front of others
How does Dre’s perseverance impact his relationship with his classmates and the community?
It earns him respect and admiration
What is Mr. Han's current job
He is the apartment's maintenance man
What does Mr. Han say when Dre is struggling during training?
"Your focus needs more focus."
Who plays the role of Mr. Han?
Jackie Chan
What is the significance of the "Jacket On, Jacket Off" training technique in teaching leadership?
It emphasizes discipline, consistency, and learning through repetition
In the final scene, how does Dre's perseverance pay off in the tournament (what was the outcome)?
Dre's perseverance leads him to victory in the tournament
Who is Mei Ying, and what is her relationship with Dre?
Mei Ying is a Chinese girl who is a violinist and becomes one of Dre's friend
Who says, "You're not just learning how to fight, you're learning how to live."
Mr. Han
Who directed The Karate Kid (2010)?
Harald Zwart
What leadership style does Mr. Han embody, contrasting Cheng’s teacher?
Transformational and supportive leadership, as opposed to authoritarian leadership
How does Mr. Han's personal story of his loss inspire Dre to persever through his own struggles?
Mr. Han's story teaches Dre that perseverance is not about enduring physical challenges, but it also provides emotional resilience and healing from pain
Who is Dre's mother?
Sherry Parker
What does Mr. Han mean when he says, “Kung fu lives in everything we do”?
Kung fu is a way of life; encompassing discipline, respect, peace, and mindfulness
What song plays during Dre's arrival in China?
"Never Say Never" by Justin Bieber (ft. Jaden Smith)
The training scenes were influenced by which martial art philosophy that emphasizes internal and external balance?
Kung fu, specifically the concept of "Qi" (meaning energy flow)