Welles's Life
What sport did Welles play in college?
Lacrosse
Who gave Welles his red bandanna?
His father
What object became Welles's trademark?
His red bandanna
Someone who shows bravery and helps others is a _________.
hero
Where did Welles go to college?
Boston College
What job did Welles take after graduating from college?
Investment banking
What career did Welles's father hope he would pursue?
Finance on Wall Street
In the early chapters, what does the red bandanna symbolize?
(Connection between ____ and ____)
Connection between father and son
The events of Sept. 11 were a national __________.
tragedy
Which quality best described Welles as a child:
generosity, shyness, or quick temper?
generosity
How did Welles feel about his finance career?
Unsure, often questioning his path
Why did Welles join the volunteer fire department?
To follow in his father's footsteps
Why was the bandanna important to Welles later in life?
(It reminded him of his _________)
It reminded him of his values and roots
Welles left behind a powerful _________ that inspired many.
legacy
Why do you think the author chose "The Red Bandanna" as the title?
Because it symbolized Welles's identity, courage, and connection to his father
What group did Welles join in his hometown that shaped his future?
The volunteer fire department
How did Welles's parents encourage him as a child?
They supported his generosity, independence, and strong values
If the red bandanna is a symbol, what larger idea does it represent beyond Welles's life?
Courage and selflessness in serving others
Giving up something important to help others is called a ___________________.
sacrifice
How do the first three chapters help set up Welles's character for the rest of the book?
They show his upbringing, values, and experiences
Why might Welles's skills as an athlete have prepared him for being a firefighter?
Teamwork, discipline, physical strength, and leadership
What is the central theme (lesson) of the story?
Ordinary people can become heroes through courage, sacrifice, and selflessness
How might the red bandanna foreshadow later events in the story?
(hint: foreshadowing is a clue or hint in a story about something that happens later)
It hints that Welles will be remembered through his acts of bravery
Welles showed great ___________ when he faced challenges.
courage
What lesson can readers learn from Welles's story in chapters 1-3?
The importance of following your calling, valuing family, and living with courage and generosity