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HUM 105 Complete Course

HUM 105 Week 1 DQ 1


HUM 105 Week 1 DQ 2
HUM 105 Week 1 Individual Assignment Foundations of Mythology Short Answers
HUM 105 Week 1 Summary
HUM 105 Week 2 DQ 1
HUM 105 Week 2 DQ 2
HUM 105 Week 2 Individual Assignment Cosmic Creation Myths Across Cultures Paper
HUM 105 Week 2 Summary
HUM 105 Week 2 Team Assignment Learning Team Exercises
HUM 105 Week 3 DQ 1
HUM 105 Week 3 DQ 2
HUM 105 Week 3 Individual Assignment Divine Roles Across Cultures Matrix
HUM 105 Week 3 Summary
HUM 105 Week 3 Team Assignment On Learning Team Exercises
HUM 105 Week 4 DQ 1
HUM 105 Week 4 DQ 2
HUM 105 Week 4 Learning Team Assignment On Contemporary Heros Quest Presentation

HUM 105 Week 4 Summary


HUM 105 Week 5 DQ 1
HUM 105 Week 5 Individual Assignment Sacred Destination Presentation
HUM 105 Week 5 Learning Team Exercises
HUM 105 Week 5 Summary

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HUM 105 Week 1 DQ 1

What value is there in studying myth?

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HUM 105 Week 1 DQ 2


HUM 105 Week 1 DQ 2
What lessons might the story teach the audience? Think about the Heros Quest. Who
is the hero and what is his/her purpose?

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HUM 105 Week 1 Individual Assignment


Foundations of Mythology Short Answers

Write 150- to 200-word responses to each of the following:


How is the word myth used popularly? For example, what does the statement, Its a
myth mean? In contrast, how is the word myth used in the academic context? After
considering the definition in your textbooks and course materials, write a definition in
your own words.
Why do myths from different cultures around the world address such similar or universal
themes? Think about how myths explain the unknown and the tribulations of mankind.
What is the relationship between belief, knowledge, mythology, and religion? Where do
mythology and religion intersect? Where do they diverge? Think about the function of
myth and religion in helping human beings cope with change, suffering, loss, and death.
How would you defend mythologys relevance in contemporary culture? Think about
familial and cultural traditions. Also, consider how mythology is used in the arts and in
advertising to typify human experience.
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HUM 105 Week 1 Summary


HUM 105 Week 1 Summary

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HUM 105 Week 2 DQ 1

Select one creation myth from this weeks readings. What truth does the myth tell you
about the culture that created it?

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HUM 105 Week 2 DQ 2

Why do you think so many cultures have a flood myth? Beyond the possibility that it
really occurred, can you think of a reason it would be important to a given civilization to
have such a myth? What role do you think a flood myth serves in a given culture?

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HUM 105 Week 2 Individual Assignment Cosmic


Creation Myths Across Cultures Paper
Resources: The myths section of Big Myths website located at http://www.bigmyth.com
Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper about two creation myths that address the following:
Pick at least two creation myths from two different cultures. For ideas, refer to this weeks
readings and the myths section of the Big Myths website for animated presentations of
many creation myths.
Which world or worlds, such as sky, earth, and underworld, are represented in the myths
you chose? What are the elements of these worlds?
Describe the creators. Are the creators male or female, and of what significance is gender?
Describe what they created, including the steps or cycles of creation. Also, include
descriptions of any destroyers or destruction if applicable.
Include the role of cosmic occurrences or natural phenomena, such as celestial bodies,
floods, rain, wind, and fire.
Compare the creators, creations, the steps or cycle of creation, and the cosmic elements of
the two myths. What are the similarities and differences?
Format your citations and references consistent with APA guidelines

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HUM 105 Week 2 Learning Team Assignment


Exercises
HUM 105 Week 2 Learning Team Assignment Exercises

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HUM 105 Week 2 Summary


HUM 105 Week 2 Summary
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HUM 105 Week 3 DQ 1


HUM 105 Week 3 DQ 1
In general, how do the gods and goddesses described in the myths resemble human men
and women? How do they differ? Are the similarities and differences important to their
divine status? Do these mythical figures somehow represent an ideal for how a female or
male should behave, look, etc?

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HUM 105 Week 3 DQ 2

What does the image represent from the myth it is based on?
How does the image represent the gods relationship to humankind?

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HUM 105 Week 3 Individual Assignment Divine


Roles Across Cultures Matrix

Resource: Material: Divine Roles Across Cultures Matrix


Complete the matrix and short essay.
Format your citations and references consistent with APA guidelines.

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HUM 105 Week 3 Learning Team Assignment


Exercises
HUM 105 Week 3 Learning Team Assignment Exercises

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HUM 105 Week 3 Summary


HUM 105 Week 3 Summary

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HUM 105 Week 4 DQ 1

Which myth from this weeks readings appeals to you most? Explain why. What do you
think accounts for its timeless appeal? Which contemporary stories share similar themes
or mythological origins?

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HUM 105 Week 4 DQ 2

What is the purpose and function of a Trickster? Can you think of any modern Tricksters?

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HUM 105 Week 4 Learning Team Assignment On


Contemporary Heros Quest Presentation

Create a 10- to 15-slide Microsoft PowerPoint presentation about a contemporary hero


or heroines quest.
Pick a contemporary story in the form of a novel, movie, or video game that is inspired by
a mythological epic or journey of a heros quest. Briefly describe the plight of the main
characterthe feat(s) he or she must execute for the benefit of society in the face of
challenges.
Identify the villain and describe his or her characteristics and role in the heros quest.
Identify other archetypes within the story. Refer to this weeks content outlines for
archetype examples. Briefly describe these roles in the heros quest.
Identify in detail each of the steps the hero takes in the quest: initiation, separation,
transformation, and return.
Research the mythological and cultural origins of the story. Discuss parallels between the
myth(s) and the contemporary story it inspired.
Analyze any mythological symbolism, metaphors, and attributes pertinent to the story.
What real life elements might these items represent?
Discuss the conflicts between personal desires and community responsibility represented
in the myth and the contemporary story. Relate these to the conflicts and choices
ordinary humans struggle with. Explain why these human conflicts retain relevance
through the ages.
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HUM 105 Week 4 Summary


HUM 105 Week 4 Summary

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HUM 105 Week 5 DQ 1


Have you visited any locations that would qualify as sacred places? Would you consider
your experience to be sacred? If so, what made those locations sacred? If not, explain why.

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HUM 105 Week 5 Individual Assignment Sacred


Destination Presentation

Prepare a presentation about a vacation or a retreat to a sacred place in mythology, for


example, the Oracle at Delphi or the Mahabodhi Temple.This place may or may not
currently exist.
Create your presentation in the form of a brochure, a slide show with audio, a Microsoft
PowerPoint presentation, or another form of your choice. The use of images is
encouraged.

Include the following:


The mythological origins, history, and functions of the place
Any sacred objects and attributes associated with the deities and mythological origins of
this place, for example, Apollos snake and lyre or Buddhas bodhi treediscuss the
symbolism of these objects as used by contemporary people and cultures.
A comparison of this place to those that serve similar functions in other cultures, for
example, mountain tops, temples, burial sites or memorials, and so on
The relevance of this place and these objects in contemporary culturewhat significance
do these places or things hold in the minds and emotions of the people? How do these
places or things connect to mythological stories from that culture? What is the role of
place and the associated objects?
The most important facts to know about the surrounding culture, and etiquette and dress
to follow when visiting to this placewith what knowledge and experiences would you
hope to return home?
Format your images, citations, and references consistent with APA guidelines.

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HUM 105 Week 5 Learning Team Assignment


Exercises
HUM 105 Week 5 Learning Team Assignment Exercises

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HUM 105 Week 5 Summary

HUM 105 Week 5 Summary

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