Bellringer:

• Turn in your Internet Safety letter to the basket if you have not already done so.

• Clear your desk with the exception of something to write with.

Archetypes Notes Unit One

• You may choose to record your notes in 3-column format, or you may choose to record them linearly on your page.

Hero- give the definitionExample:

Essential Question:

Why do authors use archetypes to

tell stories?

ArchetypesThe Models of Our Entertainment

and Philosophies

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

What should I look for to identify archetypes?

• A shared idea with all humanity (an inherited part of the human being that connects us all)

• A constant and universal idea (though it may differ from place to place, the concept is worldwide)

Are there different kinds of archetypes?

• There are three main archetypes:• Situational• Symbolic• Character

We will focus on character archetypes.

Character Archetypes

• A person or being that serves as a representative of a greater ideal

• Characteristics, actions, abilities, or powers contribute to the archetype characterization

Character Archetypes: The Hero• Traditionally the

protagonist of a story• Often his past is a

mystery• He is the champion,

king, leader or savior of many

• Endures pain and sorrow that all lead to a greater good

Character Archetypes: The Scapegoat

• Person or group of people who bears the blame and suffers in place of others

• Public death is a sin of the community

• Death makes him a more powerful force than when he lived

In The Chronicles of Narnia, Aslan sacrifices himself to the evil witch in order to save

Narnia.

Character Archetypes: Wise Counselor/Mentor

• Serve as a teacher or counselor to the future hero

• Role Model

• Sometimes a Father or Mother figure

The Blind Side’s Leigh Anne Tuohy and her family save Big Mike, and she

teaches him life lessons.

Character Archetypes: Supernatural Guide

• Represents knowledge, reflection, insight, wisdom, cleverness, and moral qualities such as goodwill and readiness to help

• Messengers of the divine• Helps someone in need

either anonymously or with no expectation of return

Glinda the Good Witch gave Dorothy wisdom in finding her way home without

expecting anything in return in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Character Archetypes: Villain/Evil Figure• Monster usually

summoned from the deepest, darkest parts of the mind

• Threatens the life of the hero

• Often in the form of a human, but twisted.

Harry Potter has to defeat Lord Voldemort, whose goal is to destroy Harry Potter.

Character Archetypes: Companions• Loyal to the hero

• Group willing to face dangers in order to be together

The Fellowship of the Ring helped Frodo destroy the ring and save Middle Earth.

Character Archetypes: Damsel in Distress

• Vulnerable woman who must be rescued by the hero

• She is often used as bait to trap the hero

Mary Jane Watson is often being tossed around by villains. Lucky for her

Spiderman is her boy-toy!

Character Archetypes: Temptress• Sensuous

with beauty• The hero is

physically attracted to her but she will ultimately bring about his downfall

In the Biblical story of Samson and Delilah, Samson falls in love with Delilah, but she betrays him by cutting off his hair and stealing his strength.

Character Archetypes: Soul Mate

• The princess or “beautiful lady”

• Incarnation of inspiration and spiritual fulfillment

Wesley risks his life over and over for Princess Buttercup in Princess Bride

Character Archetypes: Good Mother/Earth Mother

• Symbolic of abundance, fertility, and knowledge

• Offers spiritual and emotional advice or nourishment to those she meets

In Conclusion…

• Archetypes are everywhere, but we often just overlook them

• They can be found in every book, short story, TV show, or movie

• Archetypes represent ideas larger than themselves!

3-2-1 Summary

• Complete the 3-2-1 Summary as a Ticket-out-the-door to demonstrate your understanding of today’s lesson on archetypes.