Hero's Journey Stages and Challenges

Which scholar studied myths from around the world and identified the 'monomyth' or 'Hero's Journey'?

• Carl Jung

• Joseph Campbell

• J.R.R. Tolkien

• George Lucas

The Hero's Journey is described as a cycle that begins and ends in which of the hero's worlds?

• The Special World

• The Underworld

• The Ordinary World

• The Dream World

What is the first stage of the Hero's Journey, representing the hero's normal life before the adventure begins?

• Call to Adventure

• Status Quo

• Departure

• Assistance

In the 'Call to Adventure' stage, what does the hero typically receive?

• A reward for past deeds

• A mysterious message, invitation, or challenge

• A warning to stay home

• A new weapon

During the 'Assistance' stage, who often helps the hero?

• An enemy

• A younger, inexperienced sidekick

• Someone older and wiser

• A magical creature

What significant event occurs during the 'Departure' stage of the Hero's Journey?

• The hero returns home victorious

• The hero faces their greatest fear

• The hero crosses the threshold from their normal home into the special world

• The hero receives a special gift

What types of challenges might a hero encounter during the 'Trials' stage?

• Receiving a call to adventure

• Solving riddles, slaying monsters, or escaping traps

• Returning to their ordinary world

• Claiming a treasure

The 'Approach' stage involves the hero preparing to face what?

• Their mentor

• The biggest ordeal or their worst fear

• A new life

• The ordinary world

What defines the 'Crisis' stage in the Hero's Journey?

• The hero's darkest hour, facing death and possible rebirth

• A celebration of victory

• The hero's first encounter with a mentor

• A peaceful return home

What does the hero typically gain during the 'Treasure' stage?

• A new enemy

• A sense of loss

• Special recognition or power

• A map to another adventure