The Story of Cosmo in Phantastes (Part 2)

What does, "...taken a fancy to possess" mean in regards to the armor?

• The armor was so fancy that it made him possessed

• He thought it would be cool to own the armor

• He was obsessed with the armor

• The armor needed repair

What causes Cosmo to return to the armor store after he and his friend part ways?

• He thought the owner of the store was attractive

• He forgot his wallet

• An intriguing mirror caught his eye

• A magic bird said he should go back

What did Cosmo tell the Old Man what he wanted the mirror for?

• He was going to use it as a weapon and blind people as they walked by his apartment

• He was captivated by the intricate design

• He just wanted it for the typical use of a mirror

• He had no idea why he wanted it

In terms of "public pedagogy", what can you infer is the reason Cosmo replaces the mirror on the shelf when the Old Man says how much it costs?

• It is not proper to haggle (or aggressively negotiate a price) in this culture

• He realizes that it must be useless if he offers it at such a low cost

• The old man has been very rude to him in the way he has explained the value of the mirror

• He is trying to draw attention to the fact that he is living a life of poverty

Which of these best describes Cosmo at the moment? (Hint: The Old Man said he knew Cosmo's father and Cosmo didn't even acknowledge it)

• He is bored because of the dusty old armor shop

• He is angry at the world

• He is becoming obsessed with the mirror

• He feels a great sense of freedom