List five heroes that you think are often mentioned in ceremonial speeches. Why do speakers refer to them so frequently? What types of accomplishments characterize these heroes, what realms of life are most frequently represented (i.e., political, religious, civil rights, athletics, entertainment) and why, what values these heroes embody, and whether females or minorities are included in the list and why or why not. What types of audiences would these heroes appeal to and what might this tell us about our culture?
