PPT-Archetypes

Archetypes are recurring characters settings plot patterns and symbols that give literature its unity In other words they are the basic patterns that occur repeatedly in literature of all ages. The Definition of the Hero: . From Shrek to Wolverine and Everyone Else in Between. What is an archetype?. The term “archetypes” signifies ancient patterns of personality and relationships that appear across the world’s myths, legends, and folk tales.. Frankenstein. What is an Archetype?. An original model which other things are similarly patterned after. An image, story pattern, character type, representation, or recurring idea. Evokes strong associations to the reader or observer. Folk tales depend heavily on archetypes. Children’s literature also depends heavily on archetypes and archetypal patterns. . Archetype. 1. . An original model or type after which other similar things are patterned; a prototype: . Senior English. 1. Defining archetypes. An . original model. or . type after which other similar things are . patterned. 1. Archetype - defined. A prototype: “ ‘Frankenstein’ . . . . 'Dracula' . . . 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' . . . the archetypes that have influenced all subsequent horror stories" (New York Times).. What is an Archetype?. The word is derived from the Greek: . arche. , . original, and . typos, . form or model; thus, original model.. Archetypes = Original Model. A key to understanding folk literature is to understand archetypes. . Serve as a representation of a specific person, act, deed, place or conflict. They are easily recognizable but not as common as situational archetypes.. The Archetypes Include: . Light vs. Darkness. (1925-1942). Baby Boom Gen.. (1943-1960). Generation X. (1961-1981). Millennials. (1982-2000). “. The Crisis. ”. Environment. - Crisis. . - Depression/WWII. Childhood. - Non-. existant. Archetype. Significant character roles/archetypes are found in every hero’s journey.. Characters can fill more than one role.. Certain roles won’t be included in every story.. Hero. The hero must learn in order to grow. Often the heart of a story is not the obstacles he faces, but the new wisdom he acquires, from a mentor, a lover, or even from the villain.. Agree or Disagree?. As the following statements appear on the screen, . show me thumbs up if . you strongly agree. If you strongly disagree with the statement, . show me thumbs down.. There is no such thing as a completely original idea.. Archetypes. While studying literature from around the world, researchers found that people who had NO contact with each other told stories that were similar. The basic elements of these stories are called . & . Motifs. Learning Targets. :. Students will be able to identify the difference between a symbol and a . motif . and . consider its impact on a work of literature. .. Students will be able to list common . An archetype is the original pattern or model . Archetypes can be applied to an image, a theme, a symbol, an idea, a character type, or a plot pattern.. Archetypes can be expressed in myths, dreams, literature, religions, fantasies, and folklore.. Plot Structure. Based Upon Conflict. (. wo. )man v. (. wo. )man. (. wo. )man v. nature. (. wo. )man v. self. (. wo. )man v. . the environment/society. (. wo. )man v. machine/technology. (. wo. )man v. the supernatural. Archetypes Our connection to stories What is an Archetype? An original model after which other things are similarly patterned An image, story pattern, character type, representation, or recurring