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What do modern superheroes like Batman and Wonder Woman fight against?
Crime and injustice.
What common trait do ancient and modern heroes share?
They often use special powers to fight evil.
Name four types of heroic narratives mentioned in the document.
Sagas, epics, legends, and folk tales.
What are sagas?
Long narratives based loosely on historical events or legends.
What is an epic?
A poem or song about a hero's deeds and adventures.
What are legends?
Stories passed down through generations, often believed to be historical.
Give an example of an epic.
The Epic of Gilgamesh.
What distinguishes folk tales from other heroic narratives?
They are regional stories with exaggerated characters and deeds.
What characteristic often marks the birth of a hero?
A miraculous or unusual birth.
During what circumstances do heroes typically emerge?
Times of need and oppression.
What is a common background for heroes in myths?
They are often of noble lineage or demigods.
How do heroes often prove their destiny?
Through brave deeds or feats.
Who is a mentor in the hero archetype?
A character who guides and motivates the hero.
What role does a threshold guardian play?
Challenges the hero at the start of the quest.
What does the herald do in a hero's journey?
Announces the call to adventure, signaling change.
Describe the shapeshifter archetype.
A character whose loyalty or intentions are unclear.
Who is the shadow in the hero's journey?
The main antagonist or opposing force.
What is the role of the trickster in heroic narratives?
Causes chaos and disrupts the status quo, often in a humorous way.
What is the first stage of the hero's journey?
The Ordinary World.
What happens during the Call to Adventure stage?
The hero is prompted to leave their ordinary world.
What is the hero's initial reaction to the call to adventure?
Refusal of the Call.
What happens in the Meeting with the Mentor stage?
The hero receives guidance.
What does the hero do in the Crossing the Threshold stage?
The hero commits to the journey.
What challenges does the hero face in the Tests, Allies, Enemies stage?
The hero faces various challenges and meets allies and foes.
Who popularized the concept of the hero's journey?
Joseph Campbell and Christopher Vogler.
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