Archive for June, 2010
Ways to detect a karmic connection?
What are the ‘symptoms’?
Mostly interested in ‘non-relatives’ connections.
Everything you do has a karmic connection.
1. Why do many fairy tales and myths contain archetypal narrative patterns?
When Mari Djata stands up, everyone is amazed.
# His mother waits a long time to see his triumph.
# His father has doubts, but he trusts the soothsayers.
# Mari Djata has a great destiny ahead of him.
23.
What does nimbly mean in this sentence from “Ashputtle”?
She climbed among the branches as nimbly as a squirrel and the king’s son didn’t know what had become of her.
(1 point)
# nervously
# playfully
# noisily
# easily
24.
In “Ashputtle,” the stepsisters plague Ashputtle with demands. What does plague mean?
(1 point)
# amuse
# harrass
# anger
# flatter
None.
When and where you can find your soul mates?
I am looking for that love match those who meet in Garden or shopping mall,in somebody party,sister or brother friend is your boyfriend or girlfriend.Please let me know your love story.I am mad about lovers. I am free all the time so you may tell your long stories too.I will repaly you who much i liked your love story.May be i"ll become your fan too .
anywhere anytime without her sick get hig,all the night when they come we break through jump and shout…………….
Themes and Literature multiple choice questions?! | English help?
1.
An idea that appears in literature from many different cultures is called a/an (1 point)
* epic poem.
* oral tradition.
* universal theme.
2.
Which genre of literature is most likely to poke fun at another literary work? (1 point)
* a legend
* a parody
* a myth
3.
What do the following literary genres have in common: myths, legends, epics, folk tales, fairy tales? (1 point)
* Their purpose is to explain some aspect of nature.
* They always feature a strong hero and supernatural beings.
* They include archetypal elements and patterns.
1. An idea that appears in literature from many different cultures is called a/an (1 point)
(0 pts) epic poem.
(0 pts) oral tradition.
(1 pt) universal theme.
1 /1 point
2. Which genre of literature is most likely to poke fun at another literary work? (1 point)
(0 pts) a legend
(1 pt) a parody
(0 pts) a myth
1 /1 point
3. What do the following literary genres have in common: myths, legends, epics, folk tales, fairy tales? (1 point)
(0 pts) Their purpose is to explain some aspect of nature.
(0 pts) They always feature a strong hero and supernatural beings.
(1 pt) They include archetypal elements and patterns.
What do you think a about fate and soul mates?
Do you believe in it? Has it ever happened to you?
i do believe you have one soul mate out there. you just have to look for him 
i personally have not found my soul mate but i’m still young. he’ll show up when it’s the right time
What are some great acoustic songs?
I really like songs like "night’s shadow" by becoming the archetype and "pallers anders visa" by in flames, but i can’t find a full album of it, and i really want one, recommendations?
instrumentals only
Try the artist, City in Colour. Any of his albums will do. The self-titled is a good place to start. Try the songs "Hello, I’m in Delaware" and "Save Your Scissors".
Can you check my unit test answers please its really important that there right?
1. Why do many fairy tales and myths contain archetypal narrative patterns?
(1 point)
The stories were all written by the same author.
Patterns made the stories easier to remember and tell.*
Early storytellers were controlled by powerful rulers.
Early storytellers had little imagination.
2. According to the myth of Prometheus, what was required for the origin of fire?
(1 point)
a long, dangerous quest
a transgression against the gods*
a tragic accident
an act of supernatural strength
3. Based on the story of Prometheus, which personal quality was admired in the cultural context of ancient Greece?
(1 point)
intelligence*
dishonesty
caution
humor
4. What does the myth of Pandora explain?
(1 point)
the origin of beauty
the origin of evil*
the origin of gifts
the origin of marriage
5. What is one aspect of ancient Greek culture that is important in the myth of the Great Flood?
(1 point)
an oracle, or message from a Greek goddess*
an athletic competition called the Olympic Games
the grape leaves and goat cheese of the ancient Greek diet
the democratic government of the ancient Greek city states
6. What aspect of human life does the myth of the Great Flood explain in “Prometheus and the First People”?
(1 point)
why floods occur
why rainbows occur
why people are not evil anymore
why people are able to bear suffering*
7. Which best describes “The Orphan Boy and the Elk Dog” as a myth?
(1 point)
A hero with supernatural strength goes on a quest and makes a discovery.
A hero with supernatural strength commits a transgression and is punished.
A lonely boy goes on a quest and makes a discovery.*
A lonely boy commits a transgression and is punished.
8. How do people treat Long Arrow at the beginning of “The Orphan Boy and the Elk Dog”?
(1 point)
They cherish and honor him.
They neglect and reject him.*
They fear and obey him.
They do not know that he exists.
9. Why is chief Good Running an important character in this myth?
(1 point)
He adopts Long Arrow and prepares the boy for his quest.*
He saves Long Arrow from wild horses and teaches him to tame them.
He gives Long Arrow a map and his rainbow-colored belt.
He introduces Long Arrow to the spirit people and reveals their secrets.
10. Which question about the culture of the Blackfeet does “The Orphan Boy and the Elk Dog” answer?
(1 point)
What customs and ceremonies were important to the Blackfeet?
What customs were important to enemies of the Blackfeet?
Why did the Blackfeet first settle in the Great Plains?
Why did the Blackfeet first begin hunting buffalo?*
11. What characteristics does Mari Djata share with many other epic heroes?
(1 point)
He is an orphan who is adopted by a wise man.
He is a younger brother who is cruelly treated by an older brother.
He has a high position in society, but he must overcome a special burden.*
He has a low position in society, but he has a great talent.
12. How does Mari Djata demonstrate his heroic qualities in Sundiata?
(1 point)
He goes on a long quest to prove his courage.
He leads an army into battle to show his loyalty.
He kills a lion to save his community.
He uproots a tree to defend his mother’s honor.*
13. Why was the iron bar that helps Mari Djata walk made years in advance?
(1 point)
It was a popular item in the village.
It was destined that Mari Djata would use it one day.*
It was used as a support beam in the palace.
It was originally made for Mari Djata’s brother.
14. In the culture of Mali, what is a griot?
(1 point)
a soothsayer
a storyteller*
a warrior
a prince
15. Based on the Ramayana, what technique was used in ancient India to overcome bodily discomfort?
(1 point)
herbal medicine
meditation*
sacrificial offerings
acupuncture
16. Why will Sage Viswamithra accept help only from Rama and no one else?
(1 point)
He does not trust anyone else.
He wants Rama to repay a favor.
Rama has been divinely chosen to be a hero.*
Rama is young and can best tolerate a long journey.
17. How does Rama prove himself to be an epic hero?
(1 point)
by killing an evil monster
by crossing a desert without food or water
by sacrificing his life for his brother*
by becoming the sage’s servant
18. In “Cupid and Psyche,” why is Venus angry with Psyche?
(1 point)
Psyche believes that she is more beautiful than Venus.*
Psyche desires to be immortal so that she might marry Cupid.
Psyche has stopped coming to the temple to worship Venus.
Psyche is so beautiful that men have begun to worship her.*
19. In “Ashputtle,” what is archetypal about the king’s celebration?
(1 point)
Everyone is invited to it.
It is a just reward for the king.
It takes place in a mysterious palace.
It lasts three days.*
20. What lesson about life can we learn from both “Ashputtle” and “Cupid and Psyche”?
(1 point)
Obey your parents.
Rely only on yourself.*
Everyone needs help at ti
1.
Why do many fairy tales and myths contain archetypal narrative patterns? (1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) Patterns made the stories easier to remember and tell.
1/1 point
2.
According to the myth of Prometheus, what was required for the origin of fire?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) a transgression against the gods
1/1 point
3.
Based on the story of Prometheus, which personal quality was admired in the cultural context of ancient Greece?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) intelligence
1 /1 point
4.
What does the myth of Pandora explain?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) the origin of evil
1 /1 point
5.
What is one aspect of ancient Greek culture that is important in the myth of the Great Flood?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) an oracle, or message from a Greek goddess
1 /1 point
6.
What aspect of human life does the myth of the Great Flood explain in “Prometheus and the First People”?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) why people are able to bear suffering
1 /1 point
7.
Which best describes “The Orphan Boy and the Elk Dog” as a myth?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) A lonely boy goes on a quest and makes a discovery.
1 /1 point
8.
How do people treat Long Arrow at the beginning of “The Orphan Boy and the Elk Dog”?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) They neglect and reject him.
1 /1 point
9.
Why is chief Good Running an important character in this myth?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) He adopts Long Arrow and prepares the boy for his quest.
1 /1 point
10.
Which question about the culture of the Blackfeet does “The Orphan Boy and the Elk Dog” answer?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) What customs and ceremonies were important to the Blackfeet?
1 /1 point
11.
What characteristics does Mari Djata share with many other epic heroes?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) He has a high position in society, but he must overcome a special burden.
1 /1 point
12.
How does Mari Djata demonstrate his heroic qualities in Sundiata?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) He uproots a tree to defend his mother’s honor.
1 /1 point
13.
Why was the iron bar that helps Mari Djata walk made years in advance?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) It was destined that Mari Djata would use it one day.
1 /1 point
14.
In the culture of Mali, what is a griot?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) a storyteller
1 /1 point
15.
Based on the Ramayana, what technique was used in ancient India to overcome bodily discomfort?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) meditation
1 /1 point
16.
Why will Sage Viswamithra accept help only from Rama and no one else?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) Rama has been divinely chosen to be a hero.
1 /1 point
17.
How does Rama prove himself to be an epic hero?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) by killing an evil monster
1 /1 point
18.
In “Cupid and Psyche,” why is Venus angry with Psyche?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) Psyche is so beautiful that men have begun to worship her.
1 /1 point
19.
In “Ashputtle,” what is archetypal about the king’s celebration?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) It lasts three days.
1 /1 point
20.
What lesson about life can we learn from both “Ashputtle” and “Cupid and Psyche”?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) Everyone needs help at times.
.
1 /1 point
Vocabulary and Grammar
21.
Which is the best meaning of the word fathom as it is used in the following sentence from the selection?
God has his mysteries which none can fathom.
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) understand
1 /1 point
22.
Which of the following is a complex sentence?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) When Mari Djata stands up, everyone is amazed.
1/1 point
23.
What does nimbly mean in this sentence from “Ashputtle”?
She climbed among the branches as nimbly as a squirrel and the king’s son didn’t know what had become of her.
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) easily
1 /1 point
24.
In “Ashputtle,” the stepsisters plague Ashputtle with demands. What does plague mean?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) harrass
1 /1 point
25.
If you wanted to unify people with different points of view, what would you do?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) bring them together
1 /1 point
26.
Which of the following is a compound sentence?
(1 point)
* Correct answer (1 pt) Almost everyone dies, but Deucalion and Pyrrha survive.
1 /1 point
27.
Which of the following is a secular leader?
(1 point)
