Archetype
A universal character type, situation, or pattern recurring across literature and cultures (e.g., the hero, the mentor).
Real World
Gandalf in Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings embodies the mentor archetype — the wise, elder figure who guides the hero — a pattern Jung identified across ancient myths, fairy tales, and modern storytelling alike.
Exam Focus
Name the specific archetype, embed the term, and explain what universal human experience the writer is drawing on.
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