Characteristics
What is it called when the hero normally takes part in self-reliant activities? Such as going off on their own paving their own paths.
Individualism
What does this developed archetype serve as?
This developed archetype serves as the main motivation for a heroic expedition that was the foundation to American literature.
What century was this archetype introduced in?
19th century
Who was the writer to first to take every material of American history and turn it into literary myths, influencing every writer that came after him.
James Fenimore Cooper
Who is known for his love of music and is the leader of the Guardians of the Galaxy?
Star-Lord (Peter Quill)
What is it called when the hero, or character is not able to find a place where he or she truly belongs?
Dual culture identity
What is this archetype dominated by?
Male domination
What did the writers create in response to the U.S. expanding borders Westward taking on new shape and character?
The writer created the American Epic.
Who created the idea that Mexicans and other minorities were not equal and were even greater than the American race who believed themselves to be superior to all?
John Rollin Ridge
What is the 1970s song by Blue Swede is prominently featured in the first "Guardians of the Galaxy" movie?
Hooked on a Feeling
What characteristic is shown when the Hero does not comply to the customs or regulations of society and simply wants to remove themselves from that place?
Want to escape reality
What did this archetype become a model for?
It became the model of personal freedom and adventure.
During this time, what were we steering toward?
we were steering toward immigration and expansion.
Who publicly condemned corruption and welcomed America and all of its people?
Walt Whitman
Who is the raccoon-like character is known for his engineering skills and sarcastic wit.
Rocket Raccoon
What does the Hero have a certain amount of connected to them? (selfishness, or cruelty, they almost always will have some)
Savagery
Who did it influenced themes of bravery, independence, and times of struggle between?
The Natives and Europeans.
What did writers think about?
Writer’s pondered over what issues kept us apart and how to address possible contradictions of an American system
Who was the first American to create non-rhyming poems and invent a new form and poetic language?
Walt Whitman
What is the powerful object is sought after by many in the first movie and is later revealed to be an Infinity Stone.
The Orb (Power Stone)
What is another character who acts as the Hero’s close associate or friend?
Sidekick
What time does it represent?
It represents a need for a simpler time with clear values and straightforward heroism.
What was the primary issue being faced?
The conquering of the “new” land that belonged to other foreigners.
What did James Cooper invent?
He invented the language that the fables of American Heroism were told in.
Who is Gamora's sister and has a complicated relationship with her (aka her sidekick)?
Nebula