Hero's Journey and Archetypes

What is the "Elixir" that the Hero brings back to the Ordinary World?

• A special tool the hero uses to complete his or her journey

• A treasure chest filled with gold

• Knowledge or wisdom gained from the journey

• A map to hidden lands

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The Hero has been resurrected, purified and has earned the right to be accepted back into the Ordinary World and share the Elixir of the Journey.

• The call to adventure

• The resurrection

• The return

• The ordinary world

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What is the Sidekick's role in the Archetypal character set?

• The Sidekick is the main character's rival.

• he Sidekick is a character who is always in trouble and needs rescuing.

• The Sidekick is a character who is absolutely faithful and supportive to the Protagonist.

• The Sidekick is a character who is always trying to steal the spotlight from the Protagonist.

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What is an archetype?

• An archetype is a universal symbol or model that represents common themes or characters.

• An archetype is a specific historical figure.

• An archetype is a type of literary genre.

• An archetype is a rare and unique character.

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What is the main purpose of the Sidekick in the Archetypal character set?

• To provide comic relief and lighten the mood.

• To represent the author's feelings about the Protagonist's actions.

• To help the Protagonist overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.

• To create conflict and tension within the story.

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What is a key characteristic of the Shadow archetype?

• They are always evil and have no redeeming qualities.

• They represent the hidden or darker aspects of a character's personality.

• They are always the main antagonist in a story.

• They are always the love interest of the hero.

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Archetype that is the teacher or counselor of the hero.

• Mentor

• Villain

• Rival

• Sidekick

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Archetype that protects the hero and reflects the honor and nobility of the hero.

• Love Interest

• Loyal retainer

• Villain

• Sidekick

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Creatures who aid or serve the hero and symbolize that nature is on the side of the protagonist.

• Allies or Companions

• Friendly beast

• Devil figure

• Creature of nightmare

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Which of the following is NOT a trait of a hero?

• Unusual birth

• Missing parent(s)

• Represents the qualities of faith and support

• Given a quest

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