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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. How is the snake (from the creation story) regarded in India?

5. Which of the following cities is an example of the importance of architecture as an expression of spiritual tenets?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Campbell describe his upbringing?

2. What do all mythologies have in common?

3. What do hunting rituals have in common?

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

5. Why are contemporary rituals carried out?

6. What do Campbell and Moyers identify the Holy Land as?

7. What are the three universal common legends?

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

9. What did the Roman Catholic Church do which is an example of ritual evolution?

10. What do Neanderthal graves often include?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay describing how myths and legends are necessary in modern society. Are they taught enough? In what ways are they currently used in schools?

Essay Topic 2

Why do you think myths adapt and change from society? Do you think that continues in modern time? Is it possible to have a consistent myth across societies? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the role of shaman in society. How is this different from that of a priest or other religious figure? How is it the same?

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