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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter III, The First StoryTellers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How were myths and legends handed down before the invention of writing?
(a) Oral traditions only
(b) Rituals only
(c) Rituals and oral traditions
(d) They were often lost and not handed down

2. How many creatures does Aristophanes tell were created at the beginning of time?
(a) 1
(b) 2
(c) 4
(d) 3

3. A myth embraces both of the following: ______________________.
(a) an individual's internal image and those of society manifested in external forms
(b) an individual's internal image and society rules
(c) external imaging and society rules
(d) perception and perseverance

4. What caused the concept of God to become more of a world savior by the Jews?
(a) Roman conquering of many different lands
(b) Hebrews becoming a major force in the East Mediterranean region
(c) The Crusades
(d) Hebrews fighting with the Romans

5. What does the birth of an individual become transformed into in myths and legends?
(a) Renewal and spiritual healing
(b) Creation of mankind
(c) Birth of God
(d) Life and death

Short Answer Questions

1. Campbell indicates the Bible describes the evolution of _______________.

2. What do all of the hunting rituals have in common?

3. Which of the following is a true statement about recurring themes in mythology?

4. What is the end of the inward journey?

5. What types of media did the first storytellers use to create art?

(see the answer key)

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