Lesson 4: Discussion of Superheroes' Roles in Our Culture
and How Americans View Philanthropy

Handout 2

Discussion Questions

  1. Agree or disagree with the following and explain: "Myth is a communal experience, or shared fantasy, that is important to the processes of socialization." Your answer is to include at least two statements of documentation supportive of your argument.





  2. What is the significance of heroes/superheroes in our culture? Do we need them? Explain.





  3. What are at least three lessons from superheroes that we can apply to our lives as mere mortals?






  4. Do we Americans view the philanthropic actions of superheroes differently than those of regular people?
    Explain with examples.