This exam is based on Module 4 and Hamilton, Parts 3 and 4. Know the following terms

Know in detail the theories of the following: Joseph Campbell, Carol Pearson, Vladimir Propp, Lord Raglan

Know thoroughly Guerrin's examples of archetypes and the hero archetypes, especially those of Pearson and Propp.

Know word for word the definition of epic. Know also the definitions of primary and secondary epics as well as examples of each.

Know in detail the characteristics of Greek heroes

Know significant differences between the Iliad and the Odyssey (chart)

Know specific epic heroes and their importance

Know the authors of the following epics: Aeneid, Iliad, Odyssey

Know the plots of the following epics (While I hit most of the high points in class, be sure to study the summaries of each epic available on our course site):

Know the origins and characteristics of Greek drama and Aristotle's ideas about drama.

Be able to identify the 11 stages of the monomyth within specific myths.

From Hamilton's Mythology, Parts 3 and 4, know in detail the exploits of Herakles, Theseus, and Perseus (Hamilton Part 3). Know in great detail the Iliad, the Odyssey, and the Aeneid (Hamilton, Part 4).

Module 4: 32 multiple choice questions (94 points total)
Hamilton, Part 3 and Part 4: 28 multiple choice questions (56 points total)