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. . WHAT IS A HERO?. 1. In mythology and legend, a man, often of divine ancestry, who is endowed with great courage and strength, celebrated for his bold exploits, and favored by the gods.2. A person noted for feats of courage or nobility of purpose, especially one who has risked or sacrificed his or her life3. A person noted for special achievement in a particular field4. The principal male character in a novel, poem, or dramatic presentation..
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1. MR. SNOW
ENGLISH 9
3. WHAT DO HEROES TEACH US? The hero’s quest helps us understand our own journey through life.
The hero is a social icon that represents the values important to a society.
4. CHARACTERISTICS OF A HERO Imposing in statue (physical or social)
Their style is grand, yet simple
The setting of their story is vast
Super-human courage and strength
Faces supernatural forces
5. THE HERO’S JOURNEY BIRTH: The hero comes from humble origins or a disadvantaged situation.
INITIATION: The hero discovers that he has a special calling.
6. THE QUEST: The hero sets out on a journey which is both physical and spiritual. The hero will face temptation, and have obstacles to overcome and a foe to vanquish. A mentor may help them achieve their goals.
7. ROMANCE: The hero will meet a romantic counterpart.
THE JOURNEY HOME: The hero achieves his goal, then returns home where his exploits are celebrated.
9. Now that you’ve learned the characteristics of an epic hero, you will use your knowledge to identify the heroes that exist in our culture today!