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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Understanding the Symbols of Judeo-Christian Spirituality.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did Campbell compare Roman Catholic priests to when talking about the translation of Mass?
(a) Samuel Adams.
(b) Julia Child.
(c) George Bush.
(d) The Virgin Mary.

2. What did Campbell say scholars missed when studying facts?
(a) The truth.
(b) The ineffable.
(c) The spiritual nature of things.
(d) The other explanations.

3. What happened when clergy were unable to interpret something?
(a) They got confused and changed doctrine.
(b) They were not believed.
(c) They could not touch hearts.
(d) They taught lies.

4. What did Campbell say about the two neighboring lands of the country talked about in Chapter 2?
(a) The conflicts were all started over legends.
(b) The beliefs were radically different.
(c) The peace was caused by belief in mythology.
(d) The religious background was amazing.

5. What about the world did Navajos often meditate over?
(a) Nature.
(b) Water.
(c) Heat.
(d) Energy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Campbell describe meditation?

2. What did the Jews think would happen when the Messiah came?

3. What kind of religion is Christianity considered?

4. Who saw religion as a protection from experience?

5. Who spoke of hearing things that could not be told?

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