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    Aaron Payne Mr. Walter English IV September 28 The Modern Hero “The art of leadership… consists in consolidating the attention of the people against a single adversary and taking care that nothing will split up that attention” (Adolf Hitler). Although Adolf Hitler may have been one of the worst men in history, he had a similar rise to power as the Geatish warrior Beowulf did. He gained his leadership by showing up to Germany in their time of need and telling them that he can fix their economic depression

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    Defining A Hero

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    separates a hero from an everyday person? What comes to mind when thinking about a hero? A hero has to has to be courageous, not an everyday person and they have to want what is best for the public, and the can not lie. The hero has to do something that is for the greater good, but there are many things that people do that don’t count as being a hero. There are things that do register as being a hero. An example of a hero, the function of a hero, and what a hero is not are listed below. A hero is courageous

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    The definition of a hero has been conflicted upon throughout time. The definition of a hero changes from person to person. Some people will define a hero as someone who is courageous. Others define heroes as selfless. But heroes are all around us. They could be standing next to us. The simplest things can transform an ordinary, everyday person into a hero. Heroes are people who are ready to help at a moment's notice. Everyday people can be heroes. One example is firefighters. They go into buildings

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    Odysseus vs Dad Hero versus hero who will win! This essay is about two heroes, Odysseus and my dad. Odysseus and my dad are different but they're both heroes. I will show why both are heroes and explain why their different. Odysseus was a hero who had many talents. He was in charge of a group of warriors. Together they fought many furocious monsters. Odysseus was keen in his tactics, In his battle with the six headed monster Scylla. He know his warriors were strong, yet frightened. So, he

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    Reeve states, “A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to preserve and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” In other words, a hero is a everyday person that has the courage, bravery, and strength to overcome any challenge they are going through or as a challenge to help someone no matter what it takes. Even though there could be many struggles, a hero has to endure the strength to do anything to help in any way they can. Many people think they know what a hero is, but do they

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    Heros Heroes don't always wear capes. When you're a hero you should be trusted by with whatever you're doing or whoever you're with or heping. You should also be strong. When you’re a hero, you should be strong with everything. You may struggle, but in the end you are still helping everyone you can. A hero should be able to do something as simple as telling truth. They should be telling the truth so matter what even if you're very close with them. A hero is defined by being trustworthy, strong,

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    “A hero is any person really intent on making this a better place for all people.” Heroes are all around the world. Some examples of heroes are firefighters, policemen, and any kind of military guy. Heroes help accomplish this world and make it a better place. A hero helps others, sacrifice their lives for others, and encourage people to do better because people want to better themselves and others. The function of a hero is who sacrifices their life for other people. An example of a hero are firefighters

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    Heroes In The Odyssey

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    famous actor, once said, “A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” This quote is basically saying when heroes face obstacles they never give up. They always find a way to push through, or conquer the obstacle. Or they find a way to get around it. They don't just turn around and forget about it. This quote also explains that anyone can be a hero. You don’t have to be rich, or a celebrity. A hero is someone who works hard

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    Heroes Definition Essay

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    “A true hero isn’t measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.” (By Zeus) When one hears the word hero one may be thinking of Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman but these are just a few. Heroes are normally classified as having super strength and laser eyes, but they are so much more than that. They are people that are there for you when you need them, they are people that walk into the unknown without knowing what is awaiting them. Heroes are people that do something

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    When most people think of a hero they think back to comic superheroes or vigilantes from a novel. When most people think of a hero they think of Wonder Woman, Robin Hood, or James Bond. But what constitutes a hero? Is it their courage? Their noble tendencies? Or is it their inhumane characteristics that lead us to label them as a hero? I believe a hero doesn’t have to be a fictitious character from a movie or a book, but can be any man or woman in this world who stand up for the weak, speak up for

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