The Odyssey/Hero's Journey Vocabulary

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Example of characterization

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Direct Characterization

Front

Example of Indirect Characterization

Back

Hal's failing grades and careless mistakes

Front

Example of Indirect Characterization

Back

Dee's actions at the animal shelter

Front

Examples: Love conquers hate, Hard work pays off, Family is important

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Theme

Front

Hero, trickster, anti-hero

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Archetype

Front

Features of noble birth, long journeys, battles

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Epic Hero

Front

The Iliad and The Odyssey

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Epic Poem

Front

Synonyms for Arrogance, Pride, Vanity

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Hubris

Front

Wise Odysseus, Watchful Athena, Farseeing Zeus

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Epithet

Front

In the middle of things...

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In media res