Comparing Literature: from Beowulf; The Death of Humbaba from Gilgamesh; The Battle of the Pelennor Fields, from The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King; from The Collected Beowulf

Each hero in these Comparing Literature selections reflects the values of his or her culture. What do you think people in contemporary society would look for in a hero? Write a character sketch in which you describe a fictional modern hero. Be sure to name your hero, describe his or her clothing, and state the cause or causes for which he or she fights.