The Elephant Man

Task 1 Based on the novel, describe a character who shows admirable character traits and who has inspired you in any way. Support your answer with close reference to the text. Write in  

In not less than 50 words In continuous writing (not in note form)

Introduct ory paragrap h

Based on the novel that I have studied which is The Elephant man written by Tim Vicary, there are many admirable characters in the novel. The novel is about a disfigured man with a terrible disease who suffers humiliation and finds happiness later in life. A character that shows admirable character traits and inspired me is Dr. Frederick Treves.

Topic Sentence 1 Example A Example B Example C Analysis 1 KBAT

I admire Dr. Frederick Treves because he is an observant person.

Topic Sentence 2 Example A Example B Example C Analysis 2 KBAT Example A

Firstly , he notices everything about the Elephant Man – his appearance as well as physical condition. Another example is when he sees that the cloth is placed over Merrick head because of the cold. Furthermore, he is able to see the difference between the right and left hand and the way the Elephant Man walks. This shows / I believe that he possesses admirable character traits of being an observant person and I wish I could be like him too so that I could be aware of my surrounding. I also admire Dr. Frederick Treves because he is a curious person.

Firstly , he stops to look at the picture of the Elephant Man in the shop window Another example is when he is willing to pay more to see the Elephant Man immediately. Besides that, he also wants to look at the Elephant Man more closely and he arranges to fetch him to the hospital. This shows / I believe that he possesses admirable character traits of being a curious person and I wish I could be like him too so that I could be sensitive to my environment. Dr Frederick Treves is polite person.

Example B

One of the evidence is he speak courteously even though the shopkeeper and Elephant Man are rude to him.

Example C Closing Paragrap h

Furthermore Dr. Frederick Treves is willing to ‘I’m sorry’ for not realising that the Elephant Man has a problem climbing into the cab Hence/therefore/in conclusion, Dr. Frederick shows admirable character traits and inspired me because he is observant and curious.