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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 8-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Historically speaking, a child's mind was formed by all but which one of the following?
(a) Religious parables.
(b) Myths.
(c) Riddles.
(d) Fairy tales.

2. What is not offered to the fisherman?
(a) A new boat.
(b) Three wishes.
(c) Gold.
(d) Safe way home.

3. As a general rule, characters in fairy tales tend to be:
(a) Impulsive.
(b) One-dimensional.
(c) On a journey.
(d) Young.

4. Myths tend to focus on which of the following?
(a) Everything scary.
(b) Monsters.
(c) Supernatural powers.
(d) Elements.

5. It is said that fairy tales manage to give children which of the following?
(a) Inferiority complexes.
(b) Sense of humanity.
(c) A skewed view of life.
(d) Sense of belonging.

Short Answer Questions

1. Stories may also help children deal with what kind of family situation?

2. What is it called when a story is told to one generation and then another?

3. A child may be scared in thinking that his grandmother has been replaced by what?

4. It is common for very different personalities to be present in what?

5. Some parents and teachers have not allowed children access to fairy tales because they are _________________.

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