10 Questions
According to Freud, what is the main reason behind the emergence of myth into consciousness?
Repressed infantile feelings
Which theory posits that all human behavior is patterned into codes resembling language?
Structuralism
According to Carl Jung, what do we inherit genetically that contributes to the similarities in ancient stories and modern experiences?
Collective unconscious with general ideas and motifs
Which theory emphasizes the need to examine each myth individually to understand its origin and evolution?
Historical-critical theory
What aspect of myths does Structuralism propose must be understood through linguistic analysis?
Patterns and codes
According to the Modern Naturalism hypothesis, what is the proposed origin of myths?
Worship of natural elements
Which theory views myths as early forms of logical thinking?
Ancient Rationalism
According to the Etymological Theory, how are myths believed to have originated?
Derived from specific words in language
Euhemerus, a proponent of which theory, believed that all myths stem from historical events?
Euhemerism
Which theory supports the idea that myths were invented to accompany and explain religious rituals?
Ritualism
Test your knowledge on ancient theories regarding mythology, including Rationalism, Etymological Theory, Allegorical Theory, and Euhemerism. Explore how each theory interprets the origins and meanings of myths.
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