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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. Which of the following is the best synonym for motif as used in the following sentence: "The motifs of creation and death occurred in both Catholic and American Indian myths."
(a) Theme
(b) Logo
(c) Pattern
(d) Design

2. What is the best definition of a myth?
(a) Body of stories and legends
(b) Written history of mankind
(c) Society's unspoken rules
(d) Cultural norms

3. In primitive societies, gods were often associated with ___________________.
(a) seasons
(b) actual objects
(c) life and death situations
(d) unexplained events

4. Which of the following plays a role in the evolution of a specific mythology?
(a) Language
(b) Point of view
(c) Who recorded it
(d) Geographic context

5. How does Campbell indicate all love affairs will end?
(a) No acceptance by society
(b) Marriage
(c) Love
(d) Disappointment

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Pawnee legend, how does Tirawa tell man he will show himself?

2. Of which general religion is Campbell?

3. How many creation myths does Campbell share from the Bible?

4. What does Black Elk see in his vision?

5. What conclusion do Campbell and Moyers reach about mythology in current society?

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