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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mythology is a part of semiology in what way according to "Myth as a Semiological System"?
(a) It can only be used to break down barriers.
(b) It is regulated by the definitions of objects.
(c) It is a philosophy.
(d) That it is a formal science.

2. Mythology is a part of ideology in what way according to "Myth is a Semiological System"?
(a) It is a physical science.
(b) It is regulated by the definitions of objects.
(c) It is a historical science.
(d) It is nutritional for a culture.

3. In "The Bourgeoisie as a Joint-Stock Company," what term does the author first examine?
(a) Bourgeoisie.
(b) Myth.
(c) Object.
(d) Money.

4. What is a "regressive semiological system," according to "Myth is a Stolen Language"?
(a) 20th century film.
(b) Classical literature.
(c) Contemporary poetry.
(d) Modern art.

5. In "The Great Family of Men," what is "The Family of Men" the author discusses?
(a) A book of photography.
(b) A film.
(c) A painting.
(d) A photography exhibit.

6. What is the first point the author makes of the science of semiology in "Myth as a Semiological System"?
(a) It only exists in theory at the time of writing.
(b) Groups of people must agree on the meaning of the theories to become a myth.
(c) The signification of a theory is only purposeful to a small percentage of objects.
(d) It is to become an object of philosophy before affecting a culture.

7. According to "Myth as a Stolen Language," language cannot possibly be realistic or what?
(a) Avoided.
(b) Unrealistic.
(c) Used.
(d) Changed.

8. What flowers does the author use to signify his passion in "Myth is a Semiological System"?
(a) Lilies.
(b) Daisies.
(c) Orchids.
(d) Roses.

9. Which of the following is not a significant unit or synthesis mentioned by the author in "Myth is a Type of Speech"?
(a) Linguistics.
(b) Discourse.
(c) Speech.
(d) Language.

10. In "Myth on the Right," what does the bourgeoisie want to keep with the appearances?
(a) Reality.
(b) Aristocracy.
(c) Politics.
(d) Fantasy.

11. Above all in "Myth on the Left," myth is what?
(a) Evolutionary to the needs of society.
(b) Unchangeable.
(c) A facade.
(d) Poverty-stricken.

12. What does the author say the world supplies to myth in "Myth is Depoliticized Speech"?
(a) Cultural adherence.
(b) Definition.
(c) Ability of usage.
(d) Historical reality.

13. In "The New Citroen" what is the modern equivalent of great Gothic cathedrals?
(a) Subways.
(b) Skyscrapers.
(c) Fashion.
(d) Cars.

14. How does "Myth as Stolen Language" conclude?
(a) "The mistake which is constantly made is to confuse them."
(b) "The ideal of course would be to combine these two types of criticism."
(c) "Ideology has its methods, and so has semiology."
(d) "One must deal with the writer's realism either as an ideological substance or as a semiological value."

15. Which type of photograph "suggests the tyranny of an ideal" in "Photography and Electoral Appeal"?
(a) Profile.
(b) A three quarter face.
(c) Full on.
(d) Close up.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the final example in "Plastic" of the material's infringement on nature?

2. The author says that the main character of "The Lady of the Camellias" sends the audience to where?

3. What is an example of a class ritual in "The Bourgeoisie as a Joint-Stock Company"?

4. In "Myth is a Stolen Language," what is characteristic of myth?

5. What is the main character's name in "The Lady of the Camellias"?

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