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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VI, The Gift of the Goddess.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what is the Goddess identified?
(a) Earth
(b) Moon
(c) Night
(d) Stars

2. Which of the following historical developments does Campbell trace in Chapter 6?
(a) Lack of male role models
(b) Goddess in mythology
(c) Societies and cultures
(d) Western religions

3. Campbell indicates that it is possible for contradictory versions of a myth can exist in the _______ culture.
(a) alternate
(b) same
(c) differing
(d) opposing

4. What types of figures which dated back to the Neolithic period were found in Europe?
(a) Virgin Mary
(b) Christ
(c) Goddess
(d) Gods

5. Which of the following was not a major river which played an important part in the development of societies and cultures?
(a) Nile
(b) Amazon
(c) Indus
(d) Ganges

Short Answer Questions

1. A myth embraces both of the following: ______________________.

2. Which of the following is the best synonym for the term contradictory?

3. How many creatures does Aristophanes tell were created at the beginning of time?

4. What is the earth considered throughout myths of the farming era?

5. Which of the following religions is the only one to portray the serpent as seducer?

(see the answer key)

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