Malinowski Argued That Myth Is

question 34

Multiple Choice

Malinowski argued that myth is:

• A)a type of narrative ritual that is programmed by human biology.
• B)an active force that functions to strengthen tradition.
• C)a false story that is used to control people and manage anxiety.
• D)a true story that details exactly what happened in a prior historical era.
• E)a window to the soul of the believer.

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