Advocacy Crossword Worksheet
Grade 5 Vocabulary • Advocacy & Confidence
Name:
Date:
Speak Up & Stand Tall
Complete the crossword puzzle using the clues below. Each word connects to building self-confidence or standing up for others.
8 Vocabulary Words
Word Bank:
ADVOCATE BRAVE CONFIDENT COURAGE EMPOWER INSPIRE STAND VOICE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Across
-
The strength to face fear, danger, or difficulty; choosing to do what is right even when afraid. (7 letters)
-
Your ability to speak up and share your honest thoughts so others understand your perspective. (5 letters)
-
Showing readiness and boldness to face difficult or unfair situations with determination. (5 letters)
-
To publicly defend a position or uphold a strong belief, as in "take a _______ for fairness." (5 letters)
Down
-
Having strong trust and certainty in your own skills, judgment, and personal worth. (9 letters)
-
A person who actively speaks up, supports, and takes action to defend the rights of themselves or others. (8 letters)
-
To encourage and fill someone with the motivation and enthusiasm to achieve something positive. (7 letters)
-
To give someone the tools, confidence, and authority they need to make decisions and succeed. (7 letters)
Reflection: Confidence in Action
Choose one word from the puzzle. Write 1–2 complete sentences explaining how a student can show this quality to help themselves or a classmate at school:
Advocacy Crossword Answer Key
Teacher Answer Key • Grade 5 Vocabulary
Lesson: Speak Up & Stand Tall
Advocacy & Confidence Crossword Key
Complete solution grid, definitions guide, and sample student reflection responses for quick grading.
Full Score: 10 Points
ACROSS: 1. COURAGE | 3. VOICE | 6. BRAVE | 7. STAND
DOWN: 1. CONFIDENT | 2. ADVOCATE | 4. INSPIRE | 5. EMPOWER
1 C
O
U
R
2 A
G
E
O
D
N
3 V
O
4 I
C
5 E
F
O
N
M
I
C
S
P
D
A
P
O
6 B
R
A
V
E
T
I
W
N
E
R
E
7 S
T
A
N
D
E
R
Across Answers & Meaning
1. COURAGE (7 letters) — Mental or moral strength to face fear and act bravely.
3. VOICE (5 letters) — Expressing opinions and sharing ideas so they are acknowledged.
6. BRAVE (5 letters) — Showing boldness and readiness when confronting challenges.
7. STAND (5 letters) — Taking a firm, public position to protect fairness or equality.
Down Answers & Meaning
1. CONFIDENT (9 letters) — Feeling secure in one's personal abilities and value.
2. ADVOCATE (8 letters) — Someone who defends or actively speaks up for a person or cause.
4. INSPIRE (7 letters) — Motivating and uplifting others toward positive action.
5. EMPOWER (7 letters) — Giving someone the confidence, tools, or authority to succeed.
Reflection Evaluation & Exemplar Responses (2 Points)
Rubric: Accuracy (1 pt) + Real-world Application (1 pt)
Exemplar 1 (Advocate): "I can be an advocate by speaking up if I see someone sitting alone or being teased at lunch, inviting them to sit with my friends."
Exemplar 2 (Confident / Voice): "I can show confidence by raising my hand to share my math answer even if I am not 100% sure, because making mistakes helps me learn."
