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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter III, The First StoryTellers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is an important component in the development of mythology?
(a) Birth manifestation and rituals
(b) Interaction of an individual with society
(c) Societal expectations
(d) Study of other culture's myths

2. What does Black Elk see in his vision?
(a) Peace between the Sioux and the white man
(b) The annihilation of the buffalo
(c) Tragic fate for his people
(d) The birth of a great Sioux leader

3. Campbell indicates the Bible describes the evolution of _______________.
(a) The story of the life of Jesus
(b) the historical account of events
(c) The Judeo-Christian concept of God
(d) How God has changed over time

4. What do Campbell and Moyers indicate has lost its force and become a mere remnant of the original in regard to marriage?
(a) Monogamous marriage
(b) Polygamy
(c) Ritual marriage
(d) Social marriages

5. In the Buddhist and Upanishad traditions, God assumes what gender?
(a) None
(b) Neither female or male, but is both
(c) Male
(d) Female

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is an intrinsic part of society's culture?

2. In primitive societies, gods were often associated with ___________________.

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

4. How were myths and legends handed down before the invention of writing?

5. According to Campbell, what is the function of a mythology?

(see the answer key)

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