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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16- The Sage, Chapter 17- The Fool.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which children's story discussed in Chapter 3 symbolizes activity in the soul?
(a) The Three Bears.
(b) Pinnochio.
(c) Little Red Riding Hood.
(d) Snow White.

2. Which archetype does the story of Tristan and Isolde in Chapter 12 reflect?
(a) Lover.
(b) Seeker.
(c) Warrior.
(d) Follower.

3. What condition, according to Pearson, leads to a lack of clearly defined boundaries for a person?
(a) Innocent personality.
(b) Inflated ego.
(c) Dark soul.
(d) Weak ego.

4. What does Pearson say a good Ruler can help others develop?
(a) A good speech.
(b) A creative solution.
(c) A business plan.
(d) Their own talents.

5. According to an example in Chapter 10, how long does it take the Biblical Children of Israel to reach the Promised Land?
(a) 40 days and nights.
(b) 40 years.
(c) 100 days and nights.
(d) 100 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Pearson says that In stories before the Judeo-Christian ones, a god is dismembered and loses what?

2. According to the author, what is a type of disinterested love for ideas or different qualities, love for beauty, truth, mankind or even for God?

3. In which of Pearson's journeys does the destroyer participate?

4. Which archetype does Pearson say might have nervous breakdowns due to the collapse of their ego?

5. What is the first element that Pearson says the self forms on its journey through life?

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