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4. Difficulties; misfortune.
6. Having, showing, or done with good judgment or sense.
7. A modest or low view of one's own importance; humbleness.
9. Deep respect for someone or something.
11. Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.
13. Make (something) clear; explain.
15. A neurosurgeon who was one of Ben Carson’s role models and helped him refine his skills in surgery.
17. Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective.
18. The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.
19. Former U.S. President, whom Ben Carson met when he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
24. Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.
25. Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.
27. A firmly held belief or opinion.
30. Critical observation or examination.
31. Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
32. A hope or ambition of achieving something.
33. Steady or resolute; not wavering.
34. The belief in or practice of selfless concern for the well-being of others.
36. Hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something.
39. A senior neurosurgeon who worked alongside Ben Carson and served as a colleague during his surgical career
40. The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

1. The branch of medicine concerned with the nervous system and brain surgery.
2. Courage in pain or adversity.
3. Careful and persistent work or effort.
5. Keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties.
8. Carson Ben's wife, who supported him throughout his demanding career and family life.
10. The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
12. Carson The author and a renowned neurosurgeon, known for his work with pediatric neurosurgery.
14. A mentor to Ben Carson, who guided him in his medical career and helped him develop his surgical skills.
16. Firmness of purpose; resoluteness.
20. The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.
21. A new method, idea, product, etc.
22. A childhood friend of Ben Carson, who was a source of support and camaraderie growing up.
23. Carson Ben Carson's mother, a strong and supportive figure who pushed him to excel despite hardships.
26. Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
28. Carson Ben’s older brother, who was a positive influence and a motivator for Ben’s academic success.
29. A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.
35. The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.
37. A fellow medical student and friend of Ben’s during his time at Yale, who played a part in his journey.
38. One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.