Hero's Journey (Winkler's TED-Ed Talk)

What is the main idea introduced at the beginning of the video? (Pause at 0:35)

• Heroes are defined by their choices and actions, not their natural abilities.

• Heroes are born with supernatural powers.

• Heroes are always rich and famous.

• Heroes never face any challenges or obstacles.

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According to Winkler what is the first stage in the Hero’s Journey? (Pause at 1:05)

• Return to the ordinary world.

• A call to adventure.

• Winning a great reward.

• Facing the greatest enemy.

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According to the video, what role do mentors play in the Hero’s Journey? (Pause at 1:45)

• They often lead the hero astray and cause more harm than good.

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  They never have any impact on the hero’s adventure.

• They guide and equip the hero with the tools or advice needed to succeed.

• They replace the hero and complete the quest for them.

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What happens to the hero in the “ordeal” part of the Hero’s Journey? (Pause at 2:20)

• The hero must face their greatest fear or biggest challenge.

• The hero becomes a villain.

• The hero returns home without accomplishing anything.

• The hero receives guidance from a mentor.

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What does the video say about the “reward” the hero receives? (Pause at 2:45)

• It’s always a material treasure like gold or jewels.

• It’s a spiritual or emotional prize, such as new knowledge or wisdom.

• The hero’s defeat and failure.

• A long period of relaxation without any responsibilities.

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Why does the hero return to the ordinary world at the end of the journey? (Pause at 3:05)

• To forget everything they learned and start over.

• To become the ruler of their homeland and gain power.

• To settle down and live a simple life with no more adventures.

• To share the reward or newfound wisdom with others.

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What does the video suggest about how heroes handle challenges? (Pause at 3:35)

• They give up immediately when faced with difficulty.

• They struggle but grow stronger and more capable.

• They always know exactly what to do without hesitation.

• They never experience fear or doubt.

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How does Winkler explain the impact of the Hero’s Journey on modern storytelling? (Pause at 4:00)

• It’s a common structure that many stories follow to captivate audiences.

• It’s rarely used because audiences prefer unpredictable narratives.

• It is outdated and no longer applies to contemporary heroes.

• It only applies to stories about ancient myths and legends.

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Which of the following is an example of a character that follows the Hero’s Journey? (Pause at 4:20)

• A character who gains success without effort or challenges.

• A character who starts off in an ordinary world, faces a significant trial, and returns transformed.

• A character who stays in one place and never faces any obstacles.

• A character who gets everything they want without any struggles.

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What lesson about heroism does Winkler emphasize? (Pause at 4:34)

• Heroism is about avoiding danger and staying safe.

• Heroism is only about physical strength and combat skills.

• Heroism comes from the willingness to face challenges and help others.

• Heroism is predetermined and cannot be learned or developed.

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