Prometheus: What Is A Hero?

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A hero is a person who performs selfless acts for the good of others and someone who has characteristics such as bravery, leadership, and refusal to surrender. A hero also does not show weakness in hard times they persevere. When an individual thinks of others before his or herself and is willing to put themselves in harm's way in order to help other in need, such as when Prometheus gave fire to man even though he was going against Zeus, knowing he may be cast out, they are a hero. A hero does not need the powers of a god, almost anyone can be a hero if they have an opportunity and take it. A hero can be almost anyone but not everyone will have an opportunity or take it.a person like a firefighter is a hero because they have the bravery

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