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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 is the first fairy tale mentioned in this section?

2. What enchanted musical instrument belongs to the ogre and is stolen by Jack?

3. In the case of the girl, what generally ends up happening to the father?

4. One character exhibits which of the following?

5. What action might a child take to express displeasure in a new situation?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the result of this change? How do the children view their mother?

2. Describe the realistic beginning of "Hansel and Gretel."

3. Explain the opinions of psychoanalysts in regards to fairy tales and violence.

4. How does Hansel exhibit denial when going into the forest?

5. Why does Bettelheim say that fairy tales are meant to be told, not read?

6. The number three may represent what family relationships?

7. What is the opinion of the fantasies as they regard truth?

8. What is the underlying moral of the story?

9. Others object to the immersion in a world of fantasy. Why?

10. What examples are given by Bettelheim in regards to oral fixation and the two stories?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Although the Oedipus Complex is often thought to be purely sexual, Bettelheim asserts that this is not true. Explain the difference between the girls' and boys' views regarding this complex in relation to the father figure. How is the father viewed and treated by boys and girls? What is the major difference? How is a father most likely to respond to each? How might you respond in a similar situation? What is the best way to handle this phase of a child's life?

Essay Topic 2

There is a great deal of information provided regarding the Oedipus Complex. Discuss the indications of this psychological issue as it applies to girls, boys, and parents. Discuss the length of the phase and if a child ever "grows out" of it. Also compare and contrast the opinions of Freud, Jung and Bettelheim regarding the topic. State your opinion on the work and beliefs of each man.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the process of altering and simplifying fairy tales. Who decided the standard by which the fairy tales should be changed? What were the moral and psychological requirements?

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