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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. It can be dangerous to to interpret myths solely as _______ of historical events and circumstances.
(a) Retellings
(b) Truths
(c) Reworkings
(d) Manifestations

2. Over time, the ______ myths have evolved to incorporate symbols and meanings more relevant to those who hear them.
(a) Popular
(b) Relevant
(c) Worthwhile
(d) Core

3. What is the second effect of the cosmogonic emanations of universal power?
(a) Production of life
(b) Framing of the world stage of space
(c) Movement into spiritual understanding
(d) Energy buildup

4. Where are the Maori from?
(a) Hawaii
(b) New Zealand
(c) New Guinea
(d) Australia

5. As human society and culture evolves, so do its mythic ___________.
(a) Archetypes
(b) Heroes
(c) Stories
(d) Beliefs

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the transforming medium?

2. What kind of element is the fire of the ritual in #125?

3. The spouse of the mother universe is the ____________.

4. What can not be directly compared to dream?

5. Who was conceived under supernatural circumstances but ruled with a strong connection to the real world?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the "Shape-shifter" point out?

2. What are some of the symbols Campbell points out in the Christian sacrament of baptism?

3. Summarize "Out of the Void - Space."

4. What does Campbell say happens when the poetry of myth is interpreted as biography, history, or science?

5. Describe the content of "Childhood of the Human Hero."

6. What does Campbell do in "The Keys"?

7. Summarize "The Virgin Birth - Mother Universe."

8. What occurs in "The Master of the Two Worlds"?

9. Where is the place of the Hero's birth?

10. What occurs in "Freedom to Live"?

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