Hero’s Journey Stages

Which of these best describes an archetype?

• A type of book cover

• A common story pattern, character, or symbol found across cultures

• The first copy of a book

• A minor character in a story

The Hero’s Journey is most often found in which genres?

• Romance and comedy

• Myth and adventure stories

• Mystery and horror

• Non-fiction

An archetype can be a plot pattern, a character type, or a symbol.

• True

• False

Which stage of the Hero’s Journey involves the hero first realising that life will change?

• Refusal of the Call

• Call to Adventure

• Beginning of the Adventure

• Magic Flight

In the “Refusal of the Call” stage, the hero usually…

• Runs straight into danger without thinking

• Doubts themselves or hesitates to start the journey

• Returns home after completing the quest

• Finds the boon

What does the word boon mean in the Hero’s Journey?

• A dangerous enemy

• A magical place

• Something helpful or valuable gained from the quest

• A type of weapon

Which stage marks the moment the hero leaves the familiar world?

• Ultimate Boon

• Road of Trials

• Beginning of the Adventure

• Rescue from Without

The Road of Trials usually involves only one simple challenge.

• True

• False

During which stage does the hero receive important support from a mentor, friend, or loved one?

• Refusal of the Return

• Experience with Unconditional Love

• Magic Flight

• Return Threshold

The Ultimate Boon is…

• Always a magical object

• The hero’s goal, which can be physical, emotional, or spiritual

• The first challenge the hero faces

• A type of sidekick