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    Merida and Elinor Relationship

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    In the opening scenes, Merida and Elinor have a strained relationship as mother and daughter due to their differing personalities, but this is exacerbated when Elinor announces Merida's betrothal. A turning point occurs when Elinor is turned into a bear by the wood witch, which Merida initially blames on her mother. This situation helps Merida learn to value her mother's love and guidance, while Elinor learns to understand Merida's independent spirit, ultimately strengthening their bond.

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    In the opening scenes, Merida and Elinor have a strained relationship as mother and daughter due to their differing personalities, but this is exacerbated when Elinor announces Merida's betrothal. A turning point occurs when Elinor is turned into a bear by the wood witch, which Merida initially blames on her mother. This situation helps Merida learn to value her mother's love and guidance, while Elinor learns to understand Merida's independent spirit, ultimately strengthening their bond.

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    In the opening scenes, Merida and Elinor have a strained relationship as mother and daughter due to their differing personalities, but this is exacerbated when Elinor announces Merida's betrothal. A turning point occurs when Elinor is turned into a bear by the wood witch, which Merida initially blames on her mother. This situation helps Merida learn to value her mother's love and guidance, while Elinor learns to understand Merida's independent spirit, ultimately strengthening their bond.

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    In the opening scenes, Merida and Elinor have a strained relationship as mother and daughter due to their differing personalities, but this is exacerbated when Elinor announces Merida's betrothal. A turning point occurs when Elinor is turned into a bear by the wood witch, which Merida initially blames on her mother. This situation helps Merida learn to value her mother's love and guidance, while Elinor learns to understand Merida's independent spirit, ultimately strengthening their bond.

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    BRAVE

    Relationship: Merida & Elinor

    __Important

    How would you describe Elinor and Meridas relationship in the opening scenes of
    the film?

    How has this relationship changed during the scene where Elinors betrothal is
    announced?

    Why?

    A turning point in Merida and Elinors relationship occurs when Elinor is turned into a
    bear.

    Who does Merida blame for her situation? What does this show about her character
    at this point?

    Merida is told by the wood witch to mend the bond torn by pride. What do you think
    this means?

    Explain how this situation (Elinor is a bear) actually has a positive impact on Merida
    and Elinors relationship.

    Fill in the table below. Identify what each character learns during this challenge.
    MERIDA:

    ELINOR:

    Merida accuses her mother of never being there for her. During the film her mother
    protects her from harm at least four times. Identify each of these examples.

    What do you think these actions help show about the bond between mother and
    child?

    What do you think is the purpose of the flashback sequence when Merida is in the
    woods?

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