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    Online Quiz: Intro to World Religions: Myth and Ritual

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1. What is the literal meaning of the term 'Myth'?

1. Old story Not true Speech or Word Mystical story

2. How might we define a Myth?

2. An untrue story about divine beings An expression of the sacred in words A story involving super-human heroes Similar to a fairy tale or legend

3. Which is NOT a characteristic of a Myth?

3. It concerns gods and superhuman beings It portrays a period of time outside narmal human history It is found only in more primitive cultures It provides a story of cosmic origin

4. Which is NOT a function of a Myth?

4. Provides a model of human society Provides insight into how the myth originated Provides insight into the origin of a people's religious rituals and symbols

5. Which is something we learn from Myths?

5. a. Why a society operates a certain way b. The psychological conflicts of a people group c. Attempted solutions to experienced contradictions and difficulties d. Summary of the information and wisdom of a people group e. Common and universal themes among people groups f. Answers a, b and d g. Answers b, d and e h. All of the above

6. In the broadest sense, Ritual includes:

6. everything from a handshake to religious rites any action which conveys a sacred meaning actions which can be interpreted according to a people's religion something which is done repetitively without intellectual reflection

7. Religious rituals are those actions thought to be:

7. associated with the fundamental operations of the universe eventually replaced by more scientific views of reality the basis of a religions view of the world

8. Religious rituals are often re-enactments of:

8. a salvation story history Myth societal development

9. Which is NOT a Rire of Passage?

9. Birth Adolescence Adulthood Marriage Death

10. Which is NOT a function of a Ritual?

10. Insures accurate preservation of traditional knowledge Provides a response in times of crisis Reinforces social order and hierarchy Provides insight into the origin of a people's Myth and symbols