World Mythology - Week 1

Set of flashcards based on notes from the World Mythology lecture, covering key concepts, assignments, evaluations, and themes.

Mythology includes __ used to explain natural phenomena, human nature, or simply for entertainment.

Mythos and Logos

The first identifiable authors of classical mythology are and .

Homer and Hesiod

The grading scale ranges from 90-100 for an 'A+' which is categorized as __.

Excellent

An analytical assignment requires students to analyze a story and find a __ depicting a deity or key figure from the tale.

museum artifact

Varying perspectives on mythology include __, __, and __.

Historical, Anthropological, Sociological, Psychological

Late assignments will lose __ per day up to 5 business days.

10%

Reflection assignments should focus on a personal connection between the student and material discussed in the module, and it should be __ long.

one page

The multiple-choice and short-answer segments of the midterm and final exam focus on __, __, and __ myths.

Big ideas, Important Terms, Significant Myths

Myths are described as __ which develop on their own and exist as elements embodied in a tradition.

anonymous

The examination of myths from a variety of cultures helps students understand its __ in community and society.

function