Hero Powerpoint
Transcript: Classic Hero Beowulf: in the titular Anglo-Saxon epic, possesses super human strength and cunning, he ultimately defeats Grendel, his mother, and a dragon to ensure safety among people. Harry Potter: He was orphaned t a young age, Harry ultimately undertakes saving the wizarding world from Lord Voldemort. With his great skills, bravery, and cunning, Harry goes on a long journey filled with perilous adventures and encounters to fulfill his destiny. Examples of a Classic Hero: Lacks supernatural ability Flawed individual Rise above the circumstances of their time to accomplish great things Usually do not undertake a physical quest May not accomplish their goal and/or rewarded by society Heroes can come in various forms. As we know from the example of a classical hero, they can be famous. So, can our celebrities be considered heroes? Joseph Campbell came up with the idea of the 12 stages based upon archetypes- building blocks not only of the unconscious mind, but of a collective unconscious. There are 4 major stages, 12 minor stages in the hero's journey The Road Back: The hero begins his journey back to his ordinary life. Resurrection: The hero faces a final test where everything is at stake and he must use everything he has learned Return with the Elixir: Hero brings back his knowledge or "elixir" back to his ordinary world , where he applies it to help all who remain there. Why is Serena Williams a hero? 12 Stages of a Hero's Journey Modern Hero Favored by gods and rulers Undertakes long journey or quest successfully Possesses greater skills than an ordinary man/woman Defeats his enemies Embraces humanity, learning form the mistakes The classical hero is an archetype character, meaning he will follow an established patter. 4. Road back: Elizabeth Bennet: In Austen's Pride and Prejudice, Ms. Bennet refuses to embrace society's ideals of women during her time, choosing independence over domesticity. She must overcome her pride and prejudice to find happiness. Jay Gatsby: The Great Gatsby. Born poor, Jay Gatsby overcomes his circumstances to enjoy great wealth. He pursues his goal of true love, he's unsuccessful in obtaining Daisy's heart. Heroes & Celebrities Modern v. Classic Heroes All heroes and heroines share several characteristics: The embody the characteristics their society values They overcome obstacles They exist as exemplars The posses s greater skills than their contemporaries Approach: Setbacks occur, causing the hero to try something new. Ordeal: The hero experiences a major hurdle or obstacle. Such as life. Reward: After not dying, the hero reaches his goal. 3. Transformation Ordinary World: Where the story begins seeing everyday life Call to Adventure: Hero is faced with something that makes him begin his adventure. This might be a problem or a challenge. Refusal to the Call: Hero attempts to refuse the adventure because he is afraid. What makes Kanye West a hero? 2. Initiation Hero Powerpoint What makes Beyonce' a hero? What makes Lisa Ling a Hero? 1. Call to Adventure Meeting with the Mentor: The hero encounters someone who gives him advice to go into the journey. Crossing the Threshold: Hero leaves his ordinary life for the first time and crosses into adventure. Enemies, Allies, Tests: Characters endure many tests, make enemies, and gain allies. Why was Stephen Hawking a Hero? Examples of a Modern Hero: Why is MLK a hero?