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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter II, The Inward Journey.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. A myth embraces both of the following: ______________________.
(a) an individual's internal image and those of society manifested in external forms
(b) external imaging and society rules
(c) perception and perseverance
(d) an individual's internal image and society rules

2. What conclusion do Campbell and Moyers reach about mythology in current society?
(a) There is just the right amount of effective ritual and mythology.
(b) There is too much effective ritual and mythology.
(c) There is a lack of effective ritual and mythology.
(d) There are no rituals and mythology.

3. What is an important component in the development of mythology?
(a) Study of other culture's myths
(b) Societal expectations
(c) Birth manifestation and rituals
(d) Interaction of an individual with society

4. When do dreams become a part of society's myths?
(a) When there are specific actions or symbols in the dreams
(b) When they act out a known society's myth
(c) When dreams are interpreted by psychologists
(d) When people share the dreams and metaphors from the dreams

5. What is the end of the inward journey?
(a) God can look inside of us to see our ideals.
(b) To find God in the subconscious is part of all religions.
(c) God is not inside us, but rather an outsider.
(d) God is in each of us.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of which general religion is Campbell?

2. Which of the following is a true statement about recurring themes in mythology?

3. What do Campbell and Moyers indicate has lost its force and become a mere remnant of the original in regard to marriage?

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

5. In what time period were the Sumerian seals documented?

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