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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are contemporary rituals carried out?
(a) To provide stability to our culture
(b) To invoke reverence
(c) To mark people by their social standing
(d) To mark special events in private lives

2. According to Campbell, what is the function of a mythology?
(a) To educate the young and give them a means to cope with life
(b) To provide a similar base for all parties upon which to live
(c) To punish those that deviate from society's norms
(d) To record history

3. Which of the following is an intrinsic part of society's culture?
(a) Laws
(b) Religion
(c) Punishment
(d) Rules

4. The monster who devours himself until only his face is left becomes a symbol of the ____________.
(a) Face of God
(b) Face of Heaven
(c) Face of Glory
(d) Face of saviors

5. 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 a lack of effective ritual and mythology.
(c) There are no rituals and mythology.
(d) There is too much effective ritual and mythology.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Campbell indicate all love affairs will end?

2. Modern churches are built like what according to Campbell?

3. How many signs of the zodiac are incorporated into Assyrian temples?

4. Who were the first storytellers?

5. What do the Navaho include in their sand paintings?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to myths over time?

2. What happens when individuals share their dreams with others?

3. In Plato's Symposium, how is gender defined?

4. How does Campbell describe his upbringing?

5. What previously published books influenced this text?

6. What conclusion do Campbell and Moyers reach about current American society?

7. What is the underlying assumption regarding human development according to Campbell?

8. What is an integral part of the myths of creation?

9. In what way are the Assyrian temples similar to the Christian church?

10. What happens when different cultures expand their spheres of influence and come into contact with each other?

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