Compare And Contrast Beowulf And Victoria Soto

Typically, when one hears the word “hero,” the brain automatically pictures a character flying through the air saving the day with his super power. On the contrary, the two do not have to be related at all. Beowulf is viewed as a stereotypical hero- titanic, mighty, and powerful. However Victoria Soto simply earned her title of “hero” by putting children’s lives before hers. Although Beowulf and Victoria Soto presented bravery and courage like any hero, the impression they make and the preparation they put in are distinctive. Epic heroes are not only known by what they do but by the way they present themselves. Beowulf was an epic hero who was known for his heroic actions such as defeating Grendel. In the novel, Unferth is arguing with Beowulf telling him he was a coward and fool. Beowulf then explains all impressive deeds such as defeating several sea monsters on his adventure at sea. Although Beowulf did face many hardships and challenges, his boastfulness was not necessary. On the other hand, Victoria Soto had the opposite trait. Soto went to work at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012 expecting it to be any ordinary day filled with anxious first graders. When Soto heard the gunshots being fired, …show more content…
Beowulf and Soto both risked their lives to better others. They similarly overcome the difficulty they encounter. Beowulf is called to fight off Grendel the deadly monster. He kills the monster, but Beowulf dies due to the venomous bite Grendel left on him. Beowulf speaks “My purpose was this: to win the good will of your people or die in battle”. Similarly, Victoria Soto saved her students lives from the good in her heart. Daringly Soto stepped in front of the gunman hoping no harm would be done to her students. Survival was not the assignment Beowulf and Soto were dared with. They were dared with trails life threw at