v Greek heroes

o Achilles, Odysseus, Antigone, Socrates

o Explain specifically how Socrates is the quintessential Athenian hero

o How does the heroism of Socrates differ from that of Achilles and Odysseus? 

o Discuss any similarities between the heroism of Socrates and Jesus

v Consider various heroes and the villains/monsters they fight.

o List as many connections as you can think of between heroes and villains.

o What separates the hero from the villain?

v Why do all cultures and time periods have heroes?

v What functions do heroes serve? How do heroes reflect/inform society?

v What do you consider to be the primary characteristics/traits of the hero?

v How many different types of heroes can you come up with?

v Who are your heroes?