An archetypal hero is the character who is admired because he or she exemplifies things that are important in his or her particular culture. For example, an American hero is expected to be honest, strong, patriotic, and diligent.
The verb tenses shifted. It should be:
By the time we got to Austin, the puppy had fallen asleep in the back of the van.
A Cathy helped her practice
Something about being prepared and aware of what the race will be like
