Name a major myth from East Asia and summarize its central figure and lesson.

• A. Sun Wukong is a dragon god who controls rain.
• B. Sun Wukong is a myth about a goose.
• C. Sun Wukong (The Monkey King) from Journey to the West; central figure is mischievous, powerful, seeking enlightenment; lesson on humility, discipline, and spiritual growth.
• D. Sun Wukong originates in Japanese folklore and teaches loyalty.

Answer: (C)

This item tests knowledge of a major East Asian myth and the figure’s arc and meaning. The Monkey King Sun Wukong from Journey to the West is the best answer because he is introduced as incredibly powerful and cunning, a playful yet dangerous trickster. The story follows his journey with the monk Xuanzang to retrieve sacred scriptures, during which he is tempered by discipline, loyalty, and a clear spiritual goal. The core lesson is that true strength is guided by humility, self-control, and a commitment to spiritual growth, not merely the display of power.

The other descriptions miss essential elements: Sun Wukong is not a dragon god who controls rain, and the tale is not about a goose. Sun Wukong does not originate in Japanese folklore; Journey to the West is a Chinese classic, and while loyalty is important, the central takeaway centers on humility and enlightenment rather than loyalty alone.