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    Greek heroes‚ our present-day heroes cannot throw thunderbolts‚ nor can they kill a half human‚ half bull monster with their bare hands however‚ they do share many characteristics with Greek heroes. The characteristics that both modern and Greek heroes possess are a large reason why these Greek heroes are considered heroic by the Greeks. Two common characteristics of both modern and Greek heroes is they are mentally strong and selfless. It is not far-fetched to say because modern day heroes carry

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    Are heroes born heroes or are they merely a product of the moment? Some people believe that heroes are shaped by the training they undergo while some people believe that heroes simply come about in a moment of crisis. I believe that heroes are a product of the moment by taking advantage of the moment‚ showing true character‚ and not being able to plan for chaos. Heroes that are a product of the moment know how to take advantage of that moment. For example‚ the text about Bob Bush talks about

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    Q) In what ways are Perseus and Heracles typical heroes? In what way are they not typical? In the realm of Greek myth‚ it is the focus on heroes rather than of Gods themselves that humanises the myth. Although Gods may operate in the background it is the human traits such as worth‚ dignity and potential that holds the main focus. The heroes of Greek myth share certain characteristics or experiences. Some of these include a divine parent or ancestor‚ physical strength‚ a performance of seemingly

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    is when to “die” and stop existing. Typically‚ heroes possess a large amount of power and‚ over time‚ are easily corruptible. This power and immense gratitude towards a hero can sometimes get to their head and cause their motives to change. Also‚ heroes can sometimes have good intentions but their actions and motives can occasionally be misconstrued. Therefore‚ Rogers is asserting that heroes need to know when to die in order to prevent themselves from abusing their power and acting villainous. This

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    monster. Having this courage makes Gilgamesh a true hero. Although Hector from the Illiad‚ is a hero from a different time period and culture he possesses courage as well. Hector is brave even though he is risking his life‚ and he is not afraid of death.  When his wife is pleads him to not fight he tells her‚ “But I would die of shame to face the men of Troy and the Trojan women trailing their long robes if I would shrink from battle now‚ a coward… I know to stand up bravely‚ always to fight in the

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    come across the word ’hero’‚ we often think about people who influence others‚ as well as individuals whose efforts change situations. Ancient heroes are people of semi-divine origins such as beings from Greek mythology such as Hercules and Perseus. However‚ modern day heroes are still human beings. They tend not to be fictional and instead‚ are derived from the world of popular culture‚ such as sports and entertainment. I feel that the attention and money devoted to the sponsorship of these sportsmen

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    Tragic Heroes of the Iliad The Iliad‚ an epic poem by Homer‚ focuses on Achilles’ wrath and its consequences: That cursed wrath‚ which caused numberless pains to Achaeans; Many mighty spirits it sent to Hades of heroes‚ and turned them into prey to dogs And feast to birds.(1.2-5) Although Achilles and Hector are both mighty warriors who share the same values‚ they have different backgrounds‚ personalities‚ and reasons for fighting. Homer presents Achilles‚ the son of Peleus

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    Criteria for National Heroes (Adopted by the Technical Committee of the National Heroes Committee on June 3‚ 1993 ‚ Manila . Members of the Committee included Drs. Onofre D. Corpuz‚ Samuel K. Tan‚ Marcelino Foronda‚ Alfredo Lagmay‚ Bernardita R. Churchill‚ Serafin D. Quiason‚ Ambeth Ocampo‚ then known as Dom Ignacio Maria‚ Prof. Minerva Gonzales and Mrs. Carmen Guerrero-Nakpil) 1. Heroes are those who have a concept of nation and thereafter aspire and struggle for the nation’s freedom. Our

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    the heroes in both works are alike‚ they are also very different from one another. The Epic of Gilgamesh and The Hunger Games both illustrate: two heroes who overcome obstacles in different ways‚ wise advisors the heroes seek wisdom from‚ an unbreakable bond between two characters‚ and also two very distinctive but successful journeys and victories. Heroes continuously overcome challenges during their various journeys. The Epic of Gilgamesh and The Hunger Games depict two different heroes who must

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    Summary of “Unsung Heroes.” In the article “Unsung Heroes” published in June 2000 issue of The Progressive‚ Howard Zinn argues that people must recognize unsung heroes and replace many national idols such as Andrew Jackson‚ Abraham Lincoln‚ and Theodore Roosevelt with more honorable people such as John Ross‚ Mark Twain‚ Emma Goldman‚ and Helen Keller. According to Mr. Zinn‚ historical figures‚ which are seen as national idols in America today‚ are presented to the public opinion in over-simplified

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