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Myth Night

Today we look at Heracles

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Hercules was Ancient Greece's consummate hero---part superman, part everyman. To commemorate his superhuman acts of heroism, he became an icon and his likeness appeared on a staggering number of Grecian vases, plates, and other artifacts. He was courageous, indomitable, and alone in his fight against the tyrannies of the world.

1.define the word Herculean
2.write 3 lines using the word
3.What Is a Hero? What does it take to be a hero? write a short essay describing the heroic characteristics of Hercules. You should finish your essay by nominating a modern-day hero, someone who exhibits many of those same characteristics.
4.Hercules is the name given to one of the constellations in the sky. Draw that constellation and choose 2 others and draw them that relate to the GODS
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