Foundation of Mythology Short Answers

Week One Individual Assignment

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, “It’s 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.

The word myth is used in popularly when someone is telling or speaking of something or someone that is not real or is not telling the truth. It does not matter if it is only a little or a lot. Stories that seem to be too be true. For example my mom used to tell me that I had it good. Back when she was growing up in South Philly, she had to walk 20 miles to school (10miles each way)in snow that came up to her chest with her big brother shoes with no hat or gloves. When she left out it was dark and when by time she got home it was dark. When I would complain about having to walk to the bus stop in the winter time, or how cold it was at the time.

* 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.

Myths from different cultures around the world address such similar or universal themes because believe it or not everyone around the world goes thru some of the same things. They may be on different levels some more serious than others or even easier, however in some way we all doing the same things, it is just that the culture may be a little different. We all eat to live, wear clothes to protect us from the elements, and seek shelter. The way we are raised may just seem a little more advanced or less advanced than others. Until we open our eyes to different cultures we will always think that. That is why I feel that stepping out of the box of your comfort zone is always a good thing and to travel to other parts of...