Response to Question 2

In my opinion it is unreasonable to still call Achilles a hero. I do not believe Achilles has the respect of others because he is a "hero" but more in how much power he holds. If a person is valued more for their power versus their character then I do not think it is right to refer to them as a hero. I believe that Achilles is blinded by his rage, in that he is not able to see Hector as a human being. If Achilles were able to see Hector this way, then maybe he would be able to understand Hector's faults and imperfections. I, therefore, do not believe the death of Hector was ethical. Achilles was simply interested in the power and fame of Hectors death versus solving a problem in killing Hector.