Myths of Destruction - Questionnaire

Physical Destruction

Trigger and Responsibility

Cultural Significance

MYTHS OF DESTRUCTION

QUESTIONNAIRE

Moral and Ethical Themes

Research the assigned myth and have an answer for all the sections in this questionnaire.

Symbolism and Meaning

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Cultural Significance

1. Does the myth provide explanations for the creation of the world after destruction? How is this new world depicted?
2. What is the cultural or historical context in which this myth originated, and how does it relate to the beliefs and values of that culture?
3. Are there any contemporary parallels or real-world events that can be connected to the themes or warnings presented in the myth of destruction?

Symbolism and Meaning

1. What significance can be attributed to the scale of destruction in the myth? Does it represent a purification process, a cyclical renewal, or a warning about the consequences of certain actions?
2. Does the myth offer insights into the cyclical nature of creation and destruction?
3. Does the destruction in the myth symbolize larger ideas about society or life, like how civilizations don't last forever, or the cyclical nature of life and death, or any other significant themes?

Trigger and Responsibility

1. Why did the destruction happen? What are the reasons or circumstances that lead to the destruction?
2. How is the impending destruction announced in the myth?
3. Is there a specific event or character responsible for the destruction?

Moral and Ethical Themes

1. Does the myth convey any important lessons about how people should behave, what's right and wrong, and overall ethical principles?
2. How do these lessons in the myth connect to the actions of characters and how society functions in the story?
3. Do you find any universal or timeless lessons in this myth?

Physical Destruction

1. How is the world or society depicted in the myth physically destroyed? Are there natural disasters, divine interventions, or other catastrophic events responsible for the destruction?
2. Is the destruction portrayed as localized, affecting a specific region or group, or is it on a global or cosmic scale, affecting the entire world or universe?
3. Are there any specific elements or forces involved in the destruction, such as fire, floods, wars, or supernatural beings?