Epic Hero

a brave and noble character in an epic poem, admired for great achievements or affected by grandevents

• epic simile

• epic poem

• epic hero

• archetype

the hero's journey in which a valuable lesson is learned

• tragic flaw

• in medias res

• hero's quest

• point of view

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an epic hero?

• Noble birth/origin

• Battles supernatural foes

• Youthful in age/appearance

• Has supernatural or special powers or abilities

What does Beowulf's name mean?

• "Bee Wolf" or "Bear"

• "Great Warrior"

• "Mighty Hero"

• "Werewolf"

The ________, or main character of an epic, embodies or displays characteristics that his/her culture values.

• epithet

• epic simile

• epic hero

• antagonist

A character with superhuman qualities who represents a culture's admirable ideals and values and receives help and interference from gods is

• an epic hero

• an epic simile

• an epic theme

• an epic setting

A larger-than-life figure who embodies the ideals of a nation or race.

• epic poem

• epithet

• epic hero

• myth 

True or False: The epic hero is always a person of high status.

• True

• False

What characteristics define an epic hero?

• A hero who is very intelligent.

• A hero who is very good at getting out of sticky situations.

• A hero who does everything to preserve his own life.

• A hero who is willing to sacrifice his life or happiness for the life or happiness of others.

An epic hero is a person whose qualities represent those valuable to his or her _____________________. 

• culture or society

• family and friends

• enemies and foes

• character and morals