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Which of the following readings included manikins made from wood? A. The Popol Vuh B. The Pasture and the Garden C. Genesis 1 D. Korsak's Genesis a New Look

A

Which of the following texts compared, ethical issues in society and technology? "At the same time, Bartholomew has drawn attention to the ethical and spiritual roots of environmental problems, require that we look for solutions not only in technology but in a change of humanity; otherwise we would be dealing merely with symptoms"(p.11; paragrpah 9). A) Laudato Si' B) Pasture and the Garden C) Genesis

A

Which of the following was NOT one of the main ideas of the section "What burns the heart from Hamilton's "The Pasture and the Garden?" a) attention b) assignment c) passion d) curious

A

While studying Genesis we looked at a few terms, one of the being theology which refers to: A. How we understand the relationship of gods to creation and to humans B. How we understand the relationship of humans to the divine and to other humans C. An account of origins of humanity D. pronunciations and translations

A

In Genesis, what were the first 3 creations by God? a. Light, sky, and land b. Animals, humans, and sea c. Dark, light, and humans d. Sky, light, and dark

D. Sky, light, and dark

The following example is consider what? Two friends talking about what they ate for lunch yesterday. a. Work b. Action c. Speech d. Labor

B. Action

How would Pope Francis respond to Ilana Strauss' leading question: "Would a Work-Free World Be So Bad?" Make sure to include specific details from Laudato Si' to support your answer.

- Google doc - rapilification

In her article "Metaphysical Mistake," Karen Armstrong argues that mythos should be understood to provide "a programme of action." In other words, myths call us to act in certain ways in the world, and derive meaning from this reenactment. Recalling the "Elements of a Creation Myth" workshop in Week 5, explain and compare how two of the creation myths we have read use the etiology of work and care to mobilize readers into action.

- Popul Vuh; Humans recreated because they didn't care/praise

Which of the following would be defined as labor? 1) having children 2) Creating art 3) watching TV 4) moving your couch

1. having children

According to Hannah Arendt, plurality is: A. The Human existence of birth and death, natality, and mortality. B. The human condition of life itself. C. Composed of the 3 fundamental human activities: work, labor, and action. D. The condition of human action because we are all the same, that is, human.

A

According to The Human Condition work differs from labor because: a. Humans need labor to survive, Humans use work to be immortal b. Work and labor are the same c. Labor requires work d. Humans need work to survive, Humans use labor to be immortal

A

How does philosopher Hannah Arendt differentiate between the concepts of human condition and human nature? A. Human nature is the natural tendency to behave as a human and the human condition is based on experiences from life B. Human nature changes throughout life while the human condition is set in stone from birth C. Human nature is the set of values and experiences a person gains over the span of their life while human condition is the way someone responds to various experiences in life D. Human nature is the environment that humans on Earth have created while human condition is how physically fit someone is

A

In Genesis who convinces Adam and Eve to partake of the forbidden fruit a. The serpent b. God c. Nobody, they were tempted by their own greed d. they never ate the fruit

A

In Genesis, why did God put Adam in the Garden of Eden? A. Maintain and care for the garden B. Connect with other life C. Nourishment

A

What makes a good stupid question? A. It has one simple answer B. It does not require interpretation C. It comes from concrete detail D. You are not curious about the answer or response

A

When Pope Francis writes, ""The continued acceleration of changes affecting humanity and the planet is coupled today with a more intensified pace of life and work which might be called 'rapidification." What is his concern with rapidification and the earth? a) The change that is happening is more harmful than it is beneficial b) People use the resources in the wrong way c) The environment is replacing resources faster than humans use them d) The earth is struggling with human consumption

A

Which of the following creation myths had only one divine being? a. Genesis b. Popul Vu c. Cura

A

Which of the following is NOT a point that Mary Korsak makes in Et Genetrix? A. The Creator didn't punished Adam and Eve harsh enough in the Garden of Eden B. The translated version of Genesis that has been passed down has negatively impacted women. C. The direct translation from Hebrew to English is vague and allows room for interpretation. D. Certain Jewish and Christian traditions have merged together to interpret the original Creation story.

A

Which of the following is defined by Sir Thomas More as "an imagined community that posses highly desirable or nearly perfect qualities for its citizens." a. Utopia b. Skhole c. Otium d. Leisure

A

According to Arendt, immortality differs from eternity because a. eternity is attained through the permanence of leaving things behind while immortality is to be outside of time b. immortality is attained through the permanence of leaving things behind while eternity is to be outside of time c. being eternal means one can not be hurt, while being immortal means one can be hurt but with time will heal d. being immortal means one can not be hurt, while being eternal means one can be hurt but with time will heal

A.

According to Arendt's definition, which of the following from Wall-E would constitute action? A. Eve watching the memory of Wall-E caring for her. B. The two humans begin playing in the pool C. The cleaning robots D. Wall-E compacting mountains of trash.

A. Eve watching the memory of Wall-E caring for her

What ideology towards translation does Korsack focus on in her chapter in Et Genetrix? A. Finding a word in the target language capable of corresponding to a given Hebrew word in all its contexts. B. A word for word direct translation C. Translating the gist of each passage to the target language. D. Formatting Genesis similar to a novel, promoting more natural reading.

A. Finding a word in the target language capable of corresponding to a given Hebrew word in all it's contexts

In Pascal David's definition of "Work", David states that leisure is which of the following? A. Having time and space to one's self B. Laziness C. Experiencing nature D. Education for education's sake

A. Having time and space to one's self

Hannah Arendt defines labor as? a. Labor is what allows humans to sustain life b. It's a construct created by man c. labor is what one must do to make a living d. labor is a form of societal control

A. Labor is what allows humans to sustain life

Which of the following is not an example of action according to Hannah Arendt? a. Cura and the gods debating on who gets to name man b. Adam names creation c. getting married d. debating with another person

A. cura and the gods debating on who gets to name man

2. In which of the following creation stories was human not created by a God or Gods? A. Cura B. Popul Vu C. Genesis

A. cura?

Walle and Hannah Arendt's The Human Condition are similar in their: A) ideals of work/labor B) description of the earth C) the idea of the future world

A. ideals of work/labor

Canticle of the Creations was addressed to: a. The Lord b. Nature c. Animals d. Adam and Eve

A. the lord

Pick the answer that is not true regarding the humans in Wall-E. a. Their diet was consistent of nutritional foods. b. Their work ethic was terrible due to the evolution of technology. c. They were very out of shape. d. They would move from place to place in floating chairs.

A. their diet was consistent of nutritional foods

1. According to French philosopher Pascal David's definition of work, what is work's relation to leisure? A. They are opposites B. They are not opposites but they can be partners C. They are the same, but vary greatly D. They are not partners but they can be opposites

A. they are opposites

3. What part of the translation did Korsak want to focus on? A. Vocabulary B. Spelling C. Grammar D. Accents

A. vocabulary

Which of the following is David discusses a dimension of work in detail, A. Work as a painful obligation. B. Work as a duty. C. Work as a form of care.

A. work as a painful obligation I think or B

Which of the following is not the status of "unhappy" that Strauss mentioned when we do not work? A. Workaholism B. Society does not encourage "rest" C. Adults are not allowed to have leisure time.

A. workaholism I think

What is the goal of Mary Phil Korsak's translation of Genesis? (select the answers that apply) A. Male-centered prejudice. B. Focus on the meaning of Eve and Adam's names. C. Rhythms of spoken Hebrew. D. Want to tell how humans act the way that they do.

B. Focus on the meaning of Eve and Adam's names C. Rhythms of spoken Hebrew D. Want to tell how humans act the way they do

Write an essay where you explain the meaning and significance of the title of either Pope Francis' encyclical, Laudato Si' On Care For Our Common Home or of Hannah Arendt's The Human Condition. Make sure your answer explains the meaning of all key terms in the title and relate those terms to the arguments put forth in the text. Your answer must make a connection to at least one other text we have studied together. For example, in the case of Laudato, compare what Pope Francis writes about "care" with the chapter by John Hamilton; in case of Arendt, consider, for example, how she understands "human" and how any of the creation myths we read understands humanity, or how her concepts of "earth" and "world" connect with Pope Francis' "home"<

Arendt, pg 7, 9-10 (Human nature vs. condition) Laudato Si'- Genesis 2-3; Laudato Si'- St. Francis

Define what vita activa means for Hannah Arendt and write an essay where you define the three components if active life and analyze how two of them are at play in Wall-E

Arendtian Keywords Google Doc Arendt, p.8 (Labor and work), p.7 (action) Wall-E: Canvas Discussion; Wall-E Risks existence for Eve (Action); Wall-E charging himself (Labor)

According to Arendt, immortality differs from eternity because A. eternity is attained through the permanence of leaving things behind while immortality is to be outside of time B.immortality is attained through the permanence of leaving things behind while eternity is to be outside of time C.being eternal means one can not be hurt, while being immortal means one can be hurt but with time will heal D. being immortal means one can not be hurt, while being eternal means one can be hurt but with time will heal

B

According to Arendtian which of the following words is defined by: "...assures not only individual survival, but the life of the species." a. Work b. Labor c. Leisure d. Action

B

According to Armstrong, why were humans created in the eye of the gods? a) to give themselves new friends b) so they appreciate the world and hopefully the humans will create more in the name of the Gods c) give themselves power in trying to create the most humans d) to have new creations so they are not bored

B

According to Karen Armstrong, belief is defined as A) Science or reason, logic behind things B) Used to mean love, loyalty and commitment C) Human experience, type of human psychology D) Stories that explain the parts of human experience we don't understand

B

In which chapter of Genesis does God plant the Garden of Eden? A. Chapter 1 B. Chapter 2 C. Chapter 3 D. Chapter 4

B

In which reading is the following quote found in: "Tellus (Earth) rose up and said that it ought to have her name, since indeed she hadprovided her own body." a. Genesis b. Hamilton_ Pasture and the Garden c. Popol Vuh. d. The Human Condition

B

When Pope Francis writes about Saint Francis, he states Francis is a model for taking care of: A. Human health around the world B. God's creation and interior peace C. God's word in the Creation story D. Humans who study in environmental issues

B

Which author claimed that it was "during the 17th century, as the western conception of truth became more notional, that the word "belief" changed its meaning" A. Ross Gay B. Karen Armstrong C. John Hamilton D. Derek Thompson

B

Which author claimed, "Researchers have found that having close relationships is the number-one predictor of happiness, and the social connections that a work-free world might enable could well displace the aimlessness that so many futurists predict". A) Hannah Arendt B) Ilana E. Strauss C) Pascal David D) Pope Francis

B

Which is NOT an example of dominion, as Pope Francis describes it in Laudato Si'? A. Human's responsibility to care for the earth. B. Complete control over every object and living being on earth. C. A gift given to humans by God because we are made in his image. D. The respect and protection of beings on earth by humans.

B

When John Hamilton, author of "The Pasture and the Garden," says that "if ever removed from care, humanity would be robbed of its humanity," who's outlook does he NOT correspond with? a) The Popol Vuh b) Hannah Arendt's views on eternity and immortality c) Pope Francis' views on the environment and each other d) Wall-e

B.

Which of the following is NOT a key term used by Arendtian? A) Natality B) Plurality C) Work D) Myth

D

What did Strauss say is the main reason children go to school in her article "Would a Work-Free World Be So Bad?" A. Gaining knowledge B. Preparing children to work C. Partying D. Money

B. Preparing children to work

Hannah Arendt writes "_______ is the condition of human action because we are all the same, that is, human, in such a way that nobody is ever the same as anyone else who ever lived, lives, or will live." a. duality b. expression c. plurality d. natality

B. plurality

In which creation myth did the gods represent nature? a. Genesis b. Popul Vu c. Roman

B. popul vu

Which is NOT a reason the Gods in Popul Vu destroyed the manikins? A. They did not respect nature or the creatures the God's created B. They ate fruit from a tree in the garden that the Gods demanded they avoid C. The manikins did not adore and appreciate their makers

B. they at fruit from a tree in the garden that the gods demanded they avoid

Work can be described as: A) caring for others B) working at a car dealership C) being a stay at home mom

B. working at a car dealership and C. being a stay at home mom

1) Which would be defined as work? a) moving a rock b) building a society c) writing an essay d) spending time which friends

B. writing an essay

In the Popol Vuh, how many times does it take for the creation of humans? A. 2 B. 3 C. 4

B?

"Plurality" in Arendtian terms is most closely related with which word: a. labor b. action c. Vita Activa d. bioi

C

Genesis 1 tells the story of what? A. Noah and the Arch B. How man began to multiply C. God's creation of the universe, earth, and life D. Adam and his son

C

In The Popol Vuh who are the manikins a. They are humans b. They are intelligent life similar to humans c. They came before humans but had nothing in their hearts or minds d. They were made of mud and soil.

C

What did Adam and Eve do once they heard the Lord's voice after eating the forbidden fruit? A. They continued eating the fruit B. Talked to the Lord C. Hid themselves D. Blamed each other

C

When Thompson writes, "But in industrial economies, lawyers don't tag in for brain surgery, and drill sergeants don't harvest wheat--- and the different jobs people do, requiring different skill sets, command (often vastly) different pay." they mean: A. People must work in their own desired field. B. People who work in jobs with different skill sets should be paid around the same as surgeons and lawyers. C. The reason people acquire a specific skill set is to competitively work to attain a higher pay than others in different jobs. D. When people put time into their specific job, they can work on other skill sets to perfect and eventually become well-versed.

C

Which is true about the creation of humans in Genesis 2? a. They were made from corn b. They were created by many Gods and Goddesses c. God breathed them into creation from dust from the ground d. They were made of sticks

C

Which of the following author or text comes closest in agreeing with Pope Francis when he writes "If we approach nature and the environment without this openness to awe and wonder, if we no longer speak the language of fraternity and beauty in our relationship with the world, our attitude will be that of masters, consumers, ruthless exploiters, unable to set limits on their immediate needs." a. Hyginus, author of "Cura" b. Karen Armstrong c. The Popol Vuh d. King James Bible, Genesis

C

Which of the following expresses a theme most closely resembling the theme expressed in the following quote? "'You caused us pain, you ate us, but now it is you whom we shall eat'" (Popul Vuh 408). A. God's creation of Adam from dust in Genesis B. Hannah Arendt's ideas on immortality C. Pope Francis's beliefs on humans' treatment of nature historically D. Mary Phil Korsak's translation of Genesis

C

Which of the following is NOT a concept that we studied in examination of Genesis? A) Theology B) Anthropogony C) Natality D) Anthropology

C

Which of the following is NOT an example of logos, as Karen Armstrong understands it? a. Reason b. Science c. Gives life meaning and comfort d. Allows function in the world

C

Which of the following texts closely relates to Genesis when it states, "And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the Garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it (Genesis 2:15)? A. Pasture and the Garden B. Popol Vuh C. Laudato Si' D. The Human Condition

C

In Arendt's Prologue, she writes about humans' desire for space travel to: a. humble humans by the wonders of space b. show plurality in society by working together to escape c. to show the contradiction of nature and humans leaving it d. win the space race

C.

What does Arendt mean when she writes, "The remaining three ways of life have in common that they were concerned with the 'beautiful'"? a. the arts b. the beauty of life itself c. things that are neither necessary or useful d. things that are necessary or useful

C.

When the movie WALL-E demonstrates the humans lack of respect and care for the earth, what author or text would preach for the opposite? A. Hannah Arendt B. The Popol Vuh C. John Hamilton D. Pope Francis

C.

Which word does Arendt describe as something that assures the survival of an individual and its species? a. Vita activa b. Work c. Labor d. Vita contemplativa

C. Labor

Genesis 1 did not focus on the: A) Creation of the earth B) Creation of man C) The story of Cane and Abel

C. The story of Cane and Abel

According to Armstrong's article, what is not a purpose mythos serves in human life? A. A reflection of a universal "truth" of human life B. An early form of psychology C. A pragmatic mode of thought that enabled us to control our environment and function in the world that corresponds accurately to external realities. D. A species of practical knowledge that must be practiced, like swimming.

C. a pragmatic mode of thought that enabled us to control our environment and function in the world that corresponds accurately to external realities

What is integral ecology a. The mathematic study of the earth b. All aspects of our environment must be studied separately c. All aspects of nature are very closely related d. The study of how nature is slowly dying

C. all aspects of nature are very closely related

1. In Hannah Arendt's eyes, the world can be viewed as: A. natural, gifted to humans B. artificial, human-made C. connected to the idea of labor rather than work

C. connected to the idea of labor rather than work

What is an example of "action", as defined by Hannah Arendt? A. Creating great works to be remembered by B. Self-reflection on one's own actions C. Discussing your opinion with your friend D. Drinking water when you are thirsty

C. discussing your opinion with your friend

According to Arendt what is what makes humans, human? A) Labor B) Technology C) The ability to adjust positively to their environment D) Leisure

D

According to the author Hannah Arendt, what is the difference between the Earth and the World? a. Earth is the man-made interpretations of the world, and the world is the nature given to humans b. The world is only perceived by non-human animals, and the earth is perceived by humans c. There is no difference, they are the same d. The earth is the physical planet given to us, while the world is human-made perceptions and given meaning

D

Hannah Arendt defines action as: A. Something that is between humans without objects B. People sharing who they are C. Speech is involved between humans D. All of the above

D

In Pasture and the Garden, Hamilton describes the Shepard's Cura as "finding the expression through the sensitivity and devotion he gives to the individual". What ideology does this evoke later on in the text? a. Just as all are saved by the possible death of the single Shepard, so the individual is rescued by the possible death of all. b. Cura is apart of the human condition and they cannot be held separate c. The Shepard's Cura is a demonstration of divine nature and also reflects on the interconnectedness of this experience. d. Care is the common principle to humanity. These two cannot be held separate.

D

In which of the readings is mythos and logos explained? A. The Canticle of the Creatures B. How Civilization Broke Our Brains C. Security, Politics, Humanity, and Philosophy of Care D. Metaphysical Mistake

D

What happens in Genesis one? A) God creates Adam and Eve in his image B) The reader is shown the importance of the environment C) We learn about the original humans, made from sticks and wood D) Animals were put into the world on the sixth day

D

Which of the following details from the movie Wall-E most demonstrates Hannah Arendt's definition of labor? a. Wall-E solar-charging himself every day b. Wall-E and Eve watching TV together c. Wall-E cleaning up and compacting trash d. A & C

D

Which of the following is NOT Pope Francis's point in (Links to an external site.)Laudato Si'? A) From a biblical standpoint, protecting the environment is the Godly thing to do and is explicitly in the Bible. B) It is not a political discussion but rather a moral one over what should be done versus what the easiest choice is, but scientific research should not be ignored for what is easy. C) Climate issues disproportionately effect the poor or lower class. D) Fixing the climate crisis requires a lot of work from individuals, rather than the world working as a whole.

D

According to John Hamilton, in which of the following is absence of care possible according to the Ancient Greek Philosophers (especially Epicurus)? A. In the political realm B. In a garden, away from politics C. In enjoyment of earthly pleasures D. In death

D. in death

How do nature and creation differ, according to Pope Francis' writings in "Laudato Si'"? a) "Nature" has a broader meaning than "creation," because creation takes time and effort. b) "Creation" is intentional, while "nature" simply exists. c) "Creation" has a broader meaning than "nature," for it has to do with God's loving plan in which every creature has its own value, while nature is seen as a system which can be studied, understood, and controlled. d) "Creation" has a broader meaning than "nature," for it has to do with complexity, while nature has to do with simplicity

c

Which element is NOT present in any one of the three creation myths we have read? (Genesis, Cura, Popol Vuh) A. The "fall" of humans and subsequent destruction as consequence B. An explanation for how the higher powers (the gods) came to existence C. An explanation for the way things are in our world today D. A set of guidelines or rules for humans to follow

c

Which of the following would be defined as Leisure? a) going to class b) getting groceries for your mom c) playing video games d) creating a new club

c. playing video games

Which of the following readings is this important quote from, "The destruction of the human environment is extremely serious, not only because God has entrusted the world to us men and women, but because life is itself a gift." (pg.9)

c?

In Laudato si', Pope Francis suggests that the new model needs to take into account the interdependence that is growing in between religions, and from this comes the suggestion of what term? a. integral ecology b. integrative psychology c. integral spirituality d. new earth philosophy

integral ecology