Question 1

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-___ Myth of the hero

Accepted Answer

S  G  Q  The myth of the hero is a common theme in world myth (C) and involves archetypes (S) as described by Carl Jung (G). Arthur (Q) is a classic example of a hero in mythology.

Question 2

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-___ Meant to remind young girls of what can happen when they indulge in practices forbidden by religion and family.

Accepted Answer

La Llorona is a folklore tale often used to caution young girls against disobedience by illustrating the tragic consequences of forbidden practices.

Question 3

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-___ An appropriate starting place for the study of humanities

Accepted Answer

Mythology is the study of myths, which are stories that are often based on religious or cultural beliefs.

Question 4

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-___ Punished for turning around after being told not to.

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The answer of Find the matching number from among the...

Question 5

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-___ Paradise Lost

Accepted Answer

Paradise Lost is an epic poem by John Milton.

Question 6

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-___ "There's always room at the top."

Accepted Answer

The phrase "There's always room at the top." is an example of popular mythology, reflecting a widely held but simplistic belief that success is available to anyone who works hard enough, regardless of the actual complexities and barriers in society.

Question 7

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-___ Rousseau's noble savage is one of these

Accepted Answer

Rousseau's concept of the "noble savage" is an example of an archetype, a universally understood symbol or theme that recurs across cultures and literature.

Question 8

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-___ "In the beginning was the Word..."

Accepted Answer

The phrase "In the beginning was the Word..." is the opening of the Gospel of John in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.

Question 9

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-___ According to Jung, they are transmitted genetically from one generation to another through the collective unconscious.

Accepted Answer

Archetypes, according to Carl Jung, are inherited universal patterns or images that are part of the collective unconscious and are transmitted genetically across generations.

Question 10

Opponents of Jung's theory of archetypes maintain that mythology was originallyspread along trade routes.

Accepted Answer

Opponents of Jung's theory of archetypes argue that the similarities in myths and symbols across different cultures are not due to the spread of these ideas along trade routes, but rather to the existence of universal patterns of the psyche that manifest independently in different cultures. Jung's theory suggests these archetypes are innate and not spread through cultural exchange.

Question 11

A reading of Yeats's poem "Leda and the Swan" is more meaningful if we know the famous myth behind it.

Accepted Answer

Knowing the myth of Zeus transforming into a swan to seduce (or rape) Leda, which resulted in the birth of Helen of Troy and the Dioscuri, adds depth to understanding Yeats's themes of power, transformation, and consequence in the poem.

Question 12

Circles abound in early mythology because of an ancient belief that life goesnowhere.

Accepted Answer

Circles in early mythology often symbolize eternity, completeness, and the cycle of life, reflecting the natural cycles observed in the world, such as seasons and life cycles, rather than the belief that life goes nowhere.

Question 13

The hero's early recognition for greatness satisfies our universal need for acceptance.

Accepted Answer

This statement aligns with psychological theories that suggest recognition and acceptance are fundamental human needs. The hero's journey often includes early recognition for potential greatness, which resonates with our desire for acknowledgment and belonging in society.

Question 14

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-___ Had the head of a bull and the body of a man.

Accepted Answer

The Minotaur had the head of a bull and the body of a man.

Question 15

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-___ In his review of the film Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, critic Anthony Lane writes that "every one of us harbors an inextinguishable need..." What is it a need for?

Accepted Answer

The need referred to by Anthony Lane in his review is for "romantic love," which is a central theme in the film "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind."

Question 16

The heroic deed performed by Oedipus led to a suicide.

Accepted Answer

Oedipus's discovery that he had unknowingly killed his father and married his mother led to his mother/wife, Jocasta, committing suicide.

Question 17

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-___ Ancient symbol that suggested for Jung the organization of the mind.

Accepted Answer

Mandala is the ancient symbol that Carl Jung believed represented the organization of the mind.

Question 18

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-___ Fairy tale

Accepted Answer

Fairy tales are often associated with stories or myths that are part of childhood folklore or mythology, focusing on magical and fantastical elements for a young audience.

Question 19

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-___ Removing a sword from a stone provided early recognition for him.

Accepted Answer

Arthur is famously known for pulling the sword from the stone, an act that marked his early recognition as the rightful king of Britain.

Question 20

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-___ Allowed everything but hope to escape.

Accepted Answer

Pandora's box is a myth where everything escaped except for hope, which aligns with the statement.

Quiz 3: Myth and the Origin of the Humanities

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Myth of the hero

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Meant to remind young girls of what can happen when they indulge in practices forbidden by religion and family.

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ An appropriate starting place for the study of humanities

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Punished for turning around after being told not to.

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Paradise Lost

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ "There's always room at the top."

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Rousseau's noble savage is one of these

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ "In the beginning was the Word..."

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ According to Jung, they are transmitted genetically from one generation to another through the collective unconscious.

Opponents of Jung's theory of archetypes maintain that mythology was originallyspread along trade routes.

A reading of Yeats's poem "Leda and the Swan" is more meaningful if we know the famous myth behind it.

Circles abound in early mythology because of an ancient belief that life goesnowhere.

The hero's early recognition for greatness satisfies our universal need for acceptance.

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Had the head of a bull and the body of a man.

The heroic deed performed by Oedipus led to a suicide.

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Ancient symbol that suggested for Jung the organization of the mind.

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Fairy tale

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Removing a sword from a stone provided early recognition for him.

Find the matching number from among the choices listed at bottom. You may use choices more than once, and be aware that there are more choices than you will use. -___ Allowed everything but hope to escape.