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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. "The aim is not to _______, but to realize that one is, that essence."

2. What is Campbell really saying is endless in terms of its process?

3. What does Campbell attempt to show relates within mythology?

4. As human society and culture evolves, so do its mythic ___________.

5. Whenever the poetry of myth is interpreted as biography...it is ________.

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. What occurs in "Freedom to Live"?

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

5. How is the freedom won from the malice of the monster symbolized as?

6. Summarize "The Matrix of Destiny."

7. What does Campbell stress about the idea of symbols?

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

9. What is death portrayed as, according to Campbell?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Being consumed by the belly of the whale is a part of the Hero's Journey.

Part 1: Describe what Campbell means by being in the "belly of the whale."

Part 2: What is the importance of this step of the journey?

Part 3: Is there any way to avoid being in the belly of the whale? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

The idea of the atonement of the father is the one section that seems to confuse readers.

Part 1: How does Campbell describe the idea of "atonement with the father"?

Part 2: How do you define this idea as it relates to your life? Why do you choose the definition you do?

Part 3: Why do you think Campbell chose the idea of the "father" as opposed to the mother?

Essay Topic 3

The nature of duality is one that Campbell returns to again and again.

Part 1: Define the concept of duality. What does it mean?

Part 2: Describe at least 3 stories/myths in which Campbell notes duality.

Part 3: What does Campbell seem to be saying about duality as it relates to myth?

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