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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 people believe that the reference is purely _________________.

2. In Little Red Riding Hood, what is the most significant change from the older version to the new version?

3. In traditional roles, the father acts as which of the following?

4. In the story, what is the underlying issue between Jack and his father?

5. Like many fairy tales, Snow White has what kind of connotations?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Why do some people object to fairy tales in relation to reality?

3. What is the underlying moral of the story?

4. What is the main difference in Perrault's version?

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

6. Which parts of the mind are addressed? Who studied this concept?

7. How does Bettelheim separate the Oedipus Complex between boys and girls?

8. Why is the mother seen as the villain in the story even though both parents have agreed on a solution?

9. What did the birds know about the situation that the children did not?

10. What is ironic about outlawing fairy tales and the attitudes of the Victorian age?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the origins of fairy tales as presented in the book. When was the majority of the tales created? Where? By whom were the stories written? Was there one culture responsible for most or all of them? Explain. How can the origin be proven? Also explore the use of oral tradition in storytelling in various cultures and eras.

Essay Topic 2

Although some cultures find little if any difference between myths, fables, fairy tales, and religious parables, the author points out the differences. Compare and contrast these types of stories and how they affect various cultures.

Essay Topic 3

Study Charles Perrault's version of "Little Red Cap" with the version of "Little Red Riding Hood" made most popular by the Brothers Grimm. Examine how the cultural differences and societal values changed the basic impact of the story. Also examine the two different endings. How does each impact a child on a psychological level? Which is the most beneficial for a child's development? Cite references from psychological journals to back up your opinion.

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