Look in the Mythic Mirror

Pre and Post Test

1. List three characteristics of a myth.

2. Explain the role four archetypes.

3. How are these archetypes relevant today?

4. How is “hubris” shown in mythology?

5. How do myths help us understand human nature?

6. Name three allusions found in myths.

7. What can a myth communicate about a culture?

8. Select a mythological character and explain the character’s significance to others, as well as the character’s importance in mythology.

9. What questions about life do myths answer?

10. How does culture shape you?

11. Describe the effects of literature, art, and music in communicating the myth.

12. What makes a myth worth telling?

13. What ways can a myth be communicated?

14. Compare and contrast the heroic figure in a non-Western and Greek myth.

15. How are myths reflected in culture?

Optional

16. Read “Orpheus” by Edith Hamilton. Analyze the feelings, moods, structure and language of the myth in a brief essay.

17. Listen to three musical selections for “Orpheus.” Choose the one that best enhances the story. Explain your reasoning.

18. View three pieces of art for “Orpheus.” Choose the one that best depicts the action. Explain your reasoning.