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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter III, The First StoryTellers.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What are two principal contributors to the preservation and evolution of myths?
(a) Religious followers and their God
(b) Artists and shamans
(c) God and followers
(d) People and animals

3. Where was the physical scope of Biblical mythology?
(a) Middle East
(b) North America
(c) Rome and Italy
(d) Far East

4. What does the birth of an individual become transformed into in myths and legends?
(a) Birth of God
(b) Life and death
(c) Creation of mankind
(d) Renewal and spiritual healing

5. How many creatures does Aristophanes tell were created at the beginning of time?
(a) 3
(b) 2
(c) 1
(d) 4

Short Answer Questions

1. What underlying assumption does Campbell make about human development?

2. What caused the concept of God to become more of a world savior by the Jews?

3. To what does Campbell compare a cathedral?

4. What is the stage in marriage where a mythological image embodies the sacrifice of the visible for a transcendent good?

5. What is an important component in the development of mythology?

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