The story of Arachne, as told in the lecture, illustrates which of the purposes of mythology |
ethics and behavior |
Which archetype fits the character of Hero best? |
the ingenue |
Which situational archetype fits this story best? |
the Star-Crossed Lovers |
Which character represents the archetype of the Hero best? |
hansel |
What archetype fits the wife of this story best? |
the wicked stepmother |
Which phrase defines "archetype" best? |
a universal element such as a character or situation that recurs across cultures |
Which archetype fits the character Arachne best? |
the Outcast |
What is not one of the purposes of mythology? |
Mythology was an ancient ritual initiating a boy into manhood. |
Which of the following is the best statement of purpose for the story of Echo? |
This myth explains the natural phenomenon of echoes and has elements of religion as well. |
Which theme does the story of Cupid and Psyche convey? |
Have faith in those you love and don’t let others tempt you into betraying the one you love. |
Which situational archetype consists of two lovers who go through many trials but find a way to be together in the end? |
the Power of Love |
Which archetype suits Pandora best? |
Ingenue |
"Cupid and Psyche," "Sleeping Beauty," and Shrek share which common archetype? |
True Love’s Kiss |
Which aspect of the contemporary novel The Lightning Thief best illustrates the impact of mythic literature on modern literature? |
a young man discovers that his father is actually a god |
Why are ancient archetypes useful and relevant to today’s world? |
The people and situations they describe are timeless and cross cultural barriers. |
Twilight is a novel about a young human who falls in love with a vampire, even though it is difficult for them to be together. Which work by William Shakespeare most likely influenced this book? |
Romeo and Juliet, about two teenagers who are kept apart by their feuding families despite their best efforts |
How does knowing the story of Pandora enrich the viewer’s experience and understanding of this painting? |
If you know the story, you realize that what she is about to release are all the evils of the world. |
Which character archetype is defined as a strong, capable, intelligent woman who may disguise herself as a man? |
lady warrior |
Which theme is communicated by George Herbert’s poem "Heaven"? |
Heaven is a place of eternal joy, light, and leisure. |
The owl has become a symbol of wisdom in our culture partly because of its association with the Greek goddess of wisdom, __________. |
athena |
Which theme can be found in the story of "Little Red Riding Hood"? |
beware of talking to strangers |
How does Melanion win the race against Atalanta? |
He distracts her by tossing golden apples by the path. |
Which character archetype suits the character of Perseus best? |
hero |
Which character is a modern example of the Antihero archetype as discussed in the lecture? |
silver surfer |
Which phrase defines "atonement" best? |
satisfaction or compensation for a wrong |
What did Acrisius do to try to keep the prophecy of his death from being fulfilled? |
He set his daughter and her child adrift at sea in a sealed chest |
Which situational archetype is often found in fantasy fiction such as Lord of the Rings? |
the quest |
Why were Atalanta and her husband turned into lions? |
to punish them for offending one of the gods |
How does the prophecy of Acrisius’ death come true? |
How does the prophecy of Acrisius’ death come true? |
Which statement is false? |
Words such as honor, duty, and courage were specifically kept out of the media so that people would view the space program without bias. |
Which of the following was not a perception that the media perpetuated about the space program in the 1960s? |
Astronauts were smart but foolish for wanting to go into space. |
Which statement is false? |
During the 1960s, people were completely trusting of television technology and felt that it promoted individualism and peace. |
Which word is not one that a politician or news personality would use to support the space program during the 1960s? |
arrogance |
Which statement illustrates social context best? |
News media used technology to broadcast live the events of the Moon landing. |
Which phrase defines "consumerism" best? |
the concept that a high rate of consumption and spending are the basis for a sound economy |
All of the following had a positive impact on promoting the space program during the 1960s except __________. |
the penny papers |
Which phrase defines "social context" best? |
how ideas or things (e.g., inventions) are used and interpreted by people |
Which phrase defines "rhetoric" best? |
persuasive, influential, and pleasing speech |
Which statement is false? |
John F. Kennedy’s lack of likability in the media made his goal to walk on the Moon a national joke. |
Who was known as the most trusted man in America during the 1960s? |
Walter Cronkite |
Classical Greek Literature- Greek Mythology
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