Question

The home team was down three points and it was the last play of the football season. The coach decided to go for the win. The ball went to star running back Brant Barker. Brant easily maneuvered around the defenders, juked, threw a stiff arm, and made it to other side of the field. Right before crossing into the end zone, Brant did a little shuffle. He was so into nailing the footwork on his shuffle that he did not notice that the opposition had caught up to him. They hit him so hard that he fumbled the ball and the home team lost.

a. What character trait does Brant demonstrate?

Answer 1

Brant Barker demonstrates overconfidence or a lack of focus by showboating before scoring, leading to a fumble and the home team's loss.

Step-by-step explanation:

The character trait that Brant Barker demonstrates in the provided scenario is overconfidence or a lack of focus. Right before scoring a potentially game-winning touchdown, Brant indulges in a celebratory shuffle, which distracts him from the imminent threat of the opposing team catching up. This moment of showboating results in him being tackled, causing a fumble and ultimately leading to the home team's loss. It reflects a lapse in judgment and awareness at a critical moment in the game.