PPT-t he Epic Hero and the Epic Heroic Cycle

t he Epic Hero What does it take to become an epic hero He is a man who seems able to conquer most problems that he encounters He does not have any super powers. The Odyssey . by Homer. PowerPoint by Erin Salona. The Traditional Epic. The Epic Hero is superhuman--braver and stronger than ordinary people. There is some all-knowing or wise person who helps the protagonist. In literature, an epic is a long narrative poem about an epic hero and the hero’s journey.. Characteristics of Epics. Physically impressive hero of national importance.. Huge setting involving much of the known world, and possibly the land of the dead.. Using the characteristics of an epic. Creative writing task. Epic Characteristics Review. What makes an epic an epic?. -Turn and talk with your partner.. •What are some examples of an epic?. Characteristics and Examples. The Odyssey. Identify and explain the elements of a Greek myth. Identify and explain the elements of an epic poem and a hero’s journey. Identify and explain the characteristics of an epic hero. Analyze the relationship between myths and legends and epic poetry. What is an epic?. An epic is a long narrative poem that celebrates a hero’s deeds.. Many are based on historical fact, so their public performance provided both entertainment and education for the audience.. (*traditional vs. New). Definition:. “A long narrative poem that tells the adventures of a hero whose actions help decide the fate of a nation or a group of people (characters).”. Traditional vs. new problem: nobody writes “long narrative poems” anymore… so does that mean there are no new epics? Of course not! But we do have to look at things a little differently.. The Odyssey. Journal (4-5 Sentences). What makes a hero? What are the qualities a hero must possess?. What is an Epic?. A long story in poem form.. An epic has a hero.. The epic is the story of the hero’s travels and his fights with monsters.. Literary Term Glossary. Term. Definition. Example. Epic Hero. A larger than life figure, typically of noble or semi-divine birth who pits. his courage, skill and virtue against evil forces.. Achilles. Larger than life hero (. Epic hero. ).. Often part God.. Hero goes on a long journey or quest (. Epic quest. ). . Begins . in medias res. .. Begins with an invocation to a . muse. (. Epic invocation. An . epic hero . is the central figure in a long narrative that reflects the values and heroic ideals of a particular society.. . Qualities of an Epic Hero. On a quest to accomplish something. Possesses superhuman or superior strength. Epic. -a.  . long.  poetic.  composition, usually centered upon . a . hero. in which a series of great obstacles and majestic achievements occur.. Myth. -. a story that explains an unexplainable event.. Beowulf. (pg. 18 ). Beowulf. in Old English. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4L7VTH8ii_8. Music Video. http. ://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiBaSqO7n9U. The Monster Grendel. …. 1. What phrase points to Grendel’s evil nature?. The Odyssey. Identify and explain the elements of a Greek myth. Identify and explain the elements of an epic poem and a hero’s journey. Identify and explain the characteristics of an epic hero. Analyze the relationship between myths and legends and epic poetry. Background Information. World Map. Map of The Mediterranean Sea. Map Of Aegean Sea. Homer’s Greece. Homer’s view of the world. Homer’s View of the world. Homeric Galley . Modern Recreation. Homeric soldier.