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Thor: a Godly Superhero!

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Studying the Hero's Journey?? Take a look at this info on Thor and how his Norse background ties in with his modern incarnation and the other classic heroes from mythology! *Info in this activity is used from Zak Hamby's website www.mythologyteacher.com and/or creativeenglishteacher.com.
Directions: Please take a look at the linked information HERE over the Norse lifestyle before going on with the rest of the activity.
Question 1
1.

How is the comic book superhero Thor different than the original Norse god? Explain.

Question 2
2.

Do you think Thor makes a good superhero? Explain.

Question 3
3.

Who is another god or goddess (from any mythology) that would make a good superhero? Explain.

Take a look at the Led Zeppelin's "Immigrant Song" linked here and the song below:
Question 4
4.

Categorize the following lyrics from "Immigrant Song" to its proper topic. One category may be used more than once.
"We come from the land of the ice and snow..."
"We are your overlords."
"Can whisper tales of gore"
"The hammer of the gods"
"To fight the horde, singing and crying: Valhalla, I am coming!"
Frigid environment
Fierce warriors
Thor
Fearless sailors/Vikings