Write a 2- to 3-page paper on the topic of moral heroism. Begin by reading the resource on what moral heroes are made of in the modules Reading and Resources section (Reading: The Fundamentals of Ethics, Chapters 17 and 18) . Then choose one of the remaining stories in the Reading and Resources section of real-life heroism to write a short scholarly paper. Use your chosen story to address each of the following points: Begin by characterizing a moral hero or exemplar. What virtues or traits do they possess? Describe your chosen story by answering these questions: What situation did the heroes face? What risks did they undertake? What were their motivations? What did they accomplish? Engage the concept of a moral hero by applying theories and principles learned throughout the course. This can take the form of applying an ethical principle, re-engaging the question of what we owe to others, or applying a theorysuch as egoism or utilitarianismto the idea of moral heroes. Reflect on what elements of the story were most impactful and offer some final reflections on the concept of moral heroes. Papers should include scholarly sources, proper in-text citations and references, and APA formatting. Remaining stories: &u=nhc_main&id=GALE%7CA539742182&v=2.1&it=r&sid=ebsco&asid=184344c7

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