Archetypes in Mythology and Literature

What is an archetype?

• something you find in the Appalachian Mountains

• A list of characters in a story

• a character, situation, event, or action that is a pattern in literature

• a kind of sandwich

A larger-than-life character that often goes on some kind of journey or quest is which archetype?

• Hero

• Father figure

• Villain

• Trickster

The protector and leader is the...

• Mother figure

• Hero

• Father figure

• Helper

The protective nurturer and gentle provider is the

• Helper

• Temptress

• Damsel in Distress

• Mother figure

Characters that assist or guide the protagonist are called

• Helpers

• Assistants

• Guides

• Extras

Characters who are always in the wrong place at the wrong time, but who usually win something of value in the end are

• Mistakes

• Unimportant

• Underdogs

• Hidden Heroes

Which of the following are archetypal settings?

• Castle

• Crossroads

• Maze or Labyrinth

• Underworld

The place of suffering and decision (where a choice must be faced and made) is the

• Castle

• Underworld

• Crossroads

• Labyrinth

Which of the following is NOT an Archetypal Journey?

• The Quest to Know Who You Are

• The Quest to Get Revenge

• The Search for Love

• The Quest to Find a Prince

The future hero is first given notice that his or her life is going to change.

• The Ultimate Boon 
• Road of Trials
• Call to Adventure
• The Magic Flight