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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book One.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Campbell describe the types of new themes that were discussed?
(a) Cynical politics.
(b) Darker, edgier themes.
(c) Philosophical conundrums.
(d) Softer, more abstract ideas.

2. Who is Woodrue revealed to be?
(a) The superhero, Superman.
(b) The supervillain, Jekyll.
(c) The supervillain, Mr. Manic.
(d) The supervillian, the Floronic Man.

3. Who disallows Woodrue from pursuing further research?
(a) Abby Arcane.
(b) Alec Holland.
(c) Swamp Thing.
(d) The old man.

4. What does Campbell explain was probably in print before the average reader was born?
(a) Every extended metaphor.
(b) Any given title or character.
(c) Every plot line.
(d) Any use of simile.

5. What did Alan Moore do differently with Swamp Thing from Campbell's viewpoint?
(a) He rewrote the origin.
(b) He discussed philosophy.
(c) He created a different setting.
(d) He meditated upon two new heroes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the original story of Swamp Thing about?

2. What does Campbell believe about Moore's work on Swamp Thing?

3. What does Woodrue plot to do to the old man?

4. What is Jason Woodrue's profession?

5. Why does Moore think fictional horror is popular?

(see the answer key)

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