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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. Pearson says which group of people is known for its idealism?
(a) Immigrants.
(b) Young people.
(c) Old people.
(d) Christians.

2. Considering Pearson's theory, in which journey does the caregiver participate?
(a) The journey itself.
(b) The preparation.
(c) The remembrance of the journey.
(d) The return from the journey.

3. According to Pearson, which archetype helps to channel some energy out of the id?
(a) Ruler.
(b) Seeker.
(c) Fool.
(d) Leader.

4. According to legend what was inside the Holy Grail?
(a) Wine.
(b) Holy water.
(c) The blood of Christ.
(d) The Dead Sea Scrolls.

5. Which personality type helps in preparation for the journey discussed by Pearson?
(a) Orphan.
(b) Ruler.
(c) Destroyer.
(d) Creator.

Short Answer Questions

1. Using Pearson's theory, if a person is a kingdom, which archetype advises it?

2. Which archetype does Pearson say the Hindu goddess Kali represents?

3. What, according to Pearson, is established by personality types of the Innocent, the Orphan, the Caregiver, and the Warrior?

4. What does Pearson say is the positive side of an Orphan archetype?

5. What, according to Pearson, can lead people to a profound sense of abandonment?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the four archetypes that Pearson says make up the return from the journey?

2. According to Pearson, who does the Orphan reject, and how does the Orphan survive?

3. What two important roles does Pearson say the Fool fulfills?

4. What are some positive aspects Pearson discusses about the Destroyer archetype?

5. What are the four archetypes Pearson says make up the preparation for the journey?

6. What are the negative aspects of the Warrior that Pearson discusses in Chapter 8?

7. Briefly describe the positive characteristics Pearson outlines for the Warrior.

8. Explain Pearson's thoughts about the "midlife crisis."

9. What special role does Pearson say the Fool archetype plays?

10. What are the four archetypes that Pearson says make up the journey itself?

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