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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Using Pearson's theory, if a person is a kingdom, which archetype advises it?
(a) Ruler.
(b) Sage.
(c) Caregiver.
(d) Caretaker.

2. What does the book call a person who has the courage and determination to confront and carry out their life's journey?
(a) Subject.
(b) Leader.
(c) Main character.
(d) Hero.

3. As discussed in Chapter 7, if an orphan becomes so dominated by a feeling of pain, what might the pain become?
(a) Their sense of identity.
(b) Inspiration for a better life.
(c) The topic of a good novel.
(d) A source for pity.

4. In Chapter 5, what kind of sidekick does Pearson say a hero often has?
(a) Fool.
(b) Short.
(c) Magician.
(d) Leader.

5. What is the first element that Pearson says the self forms on its journey through life?
(a) Ego.
(b) Name.
(c) Locaton.
(d) Credibility.

Short Answer Questions

1. What philosophy does Martin Heidigger follow?

2. At a higher level, what does Pearson say two orphans can do?

3. Which archetype does Pearson say allows a person to "let go" of responsibility?

4. According to Pearson, which archetype seems to have extra energy?

5. In which journey does Pearson's theory say the seeker participates?

Short Essay Questions

1. Briefly describe the positive characteristics Pearson outlines for the Warrior.

2. What are the four archetypes Pearson says make up the preparation for the journey?

3. How does Pearson define "hero" in this book?

4. What special role does Pearson say the Fool archetype plays?

5. Explain the "death wish." Which archetype does Pearson say is associated with it and why?

6. What are the four archetypes that Pearson says make up the journey itself?

7. What does Pearson claim to be the role of the Trickster?

8. Briefly describe a metaphor for Pearson's journey of life.

9. Explain the "shadow" discussed in this book, and give one example that Pearson gives of a shadow.

10. What are some positive aspects Pearson discusses about the Destroyer archetype?

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