Power of Myth questions

Power of Myth Reading Questions: the questions are in order, following the reading.

Responses must be handwritten and be complete sentences.

1.      What is mythology?

2.      Define hero, according to the reading.

3.      What are the two types of heroes?

4.      Explain the significance of initiation rituals?

5.      What are the three parts of the hero’s act?

6.      What are the three temptations that Christ faces, according to the reading?

7.      Who are four religious figures who underwent similar spiritual hero deeds?

8.      What does renunciation mean and why is it critical to the hero’s spiritual journey?

9.      According to the article, what is the etymology of the word serendipity?

10.   What story from the Bible is the Star Wars garbage compactor scene comparable to?

11.   What does Campbell say water represents?

12.   What are the two opposing results that a “system” can have on the individual?

13.   Campbell states that the body is not interested in a “programmatic life.” What does he mean by “programmatic,” and do you agree with him?