Literary Theory: An Introduction

“Cinderella”

Who are the 'archetypal' characters? (fill in the table, highlighting which archetype each fit best)

hero - damsel in distress - sidekick/allies - herald/messenger - shadows/villain - mentors/elder - shape shifters/magical helper - thresholds guardians/inner voice or conscience - trickster

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Hero: Prince

Damsel in Distress: Cinderella

Sidekick/ Allies: The mice (Jaq and Gus)

Herald/ Messenger:

Shadows/ Villain: Stepmother and stepsisters

Mentor: Fairy Godmother