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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many types of people does Pearson write about in this book?

2. Which word best describes Pearson's explanation of a Warrior personality?

3. Which personality type is NOT addressed in the book?

4. Using Pearson's theory, which archetype is close to the id?

5. Who wrote "The Rebel"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the role of God in Existentialist literature?

2. How does Pearson define "soul"? What is the importance of ego to a soul?

3. What is the role of the Seeker discussed in Chapter 10, and when does it initially become important?

4. What are the four archetypes that Pearson says make up the return from the journey?

5. Briefly explain how Pearson explains that the self forms its identity. What is the first step? Then what?

6. Why does Pearson say it is important for a person to have a strong ego? What problems might a weak ego cause?

7. What are the negative aspects of the Caregiver discussed in Chapter 9?

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

9. Explain Pearson's thoughts about the "midlife crisis."

10. Which archetype does Pearson say is often featured in modern literature?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain what Pearson means by "claiming your myth." What challenges accompany it?

Essay Topic 2

What is "tone" in a work of nonfiction? What is the tone of Pearson's book? Support your thoughts with examples.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the similarities and differences that Pearson outlines between ego and soul.

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