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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. Many saints chose to _____ while in deep communion with God, as opposing to preaching and sharing his word.

2. The division between the God of the Old Testament and the God in the New Testament further brings up the idea of __________.

3. Which section deals with the theories about the importance and/or presence of myth in human culture, society, and individual experience?

4. What is the ultimate boon for the Hero?

5. What does Campbell say are used to signify and to assist in the breaking of the attachment to one's parent?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the content of "The Monomyth" - what does this section talk about and what does the reader learn?

2. What is the main idea of the "Tragedy and Comedy" section?

3. Describe the idea of "Refusal of the Call."

4. What are archetypes?

5. What are some of the psychological weapons a Hero might use to get back the obstacle that lies in his path at the start?

6. Summarize the content of "The Magic Flight."

7. What happens when the Hero is a young woman? How does "The Meeting with the Goddess" take place?

8. By what are the Hero's first steps blocked?

9. Describe the idea of "The Crossing of the First Threshold."

10. Summarize the concept of "The Ultimate Boon."

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Campbell also speaks to the relationship between myth and dreams.

Part 1: Define the idea of a dream as it is described in this book.

Part 2: Compare and contrast the ideas of a dream and a myth.

Part 3: How are dreams and myths interconnected, according to Campbell?

Essay Topic 2

The Hero seems to always be on a journey to vanquish evil in the world.

Part 1: Define the idea of evil as it relates to the journey of the Hero.

Part 2: What happens when evil is overcome?

Part 3: Does this seem to mean that evil is necessary so that Heroes might go on journeys? What do you think?

Essay Topic 3

Campbell writes much about Christianity, though not always in the most favorable of light. Some have said this shows his lack of compassion for Christ-based faiths, but others disagree.

Part 1: Describe Christianity as Campbell examines it in this book.

Part 2: What does Campbell seem to say about Christian practices? Support your answers.

Part 3: Do you think Campbell approves of or disapproves of Christianity? Support your answer.

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