Creation Myth Archetype

What does "ex nihilo" mean?

• out of nothing
• by divine intervention
• into existence
• from chaos

What is Chaos?

• Chaos is a form of perfect order.
• Chaos is a mathematical concept with no real-world application.
• Chaos is a state before any deity's show to create the world.

• Chaos is a synonym for peace and tranquility.

What is the connection between the Egyptian and African myth?

• Both have either sea or mud and both create life out of darkness.

• Neither have a god and life already existed

• African mythology has no influence on Egyptian beliefs.
• Egyptian mythology is entirely separate from African mythology.

In the Maya creation myth, how is the world brought into existence?

• The world emerges from a cosmic explosion of stars.
• The world is formed from the ashes of a great fire.
• The world is created by a giant turtle swimming in the ocean.
• The world is created by the gods using their thoughts and words.

Why is the sea important in creation myths?

• The sea represents the start of chaos.

• The sea is a place for human exploration only.
• The sea is important in creation myths as a symbol of chaos, a source of life, and a boundary between the known and unknown.
• The sea is a symbol of wealth and power.

Why is the Big Bang discussed as a creation myth in this episode?

• The Big Bang disproves the existence of a creator.
• The Big Bang serves as a modern creation myth because of it's staying power and serves as an origin story.

• The Big Bang is a scientific theory with no cultural significance.
• The Big Bang describes the end of the universe rather than its beginning.