21st Century Literature: Freedom of the Human Person
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What characterizes a hunting and gathering society?

  • Small size composed mainly of families (correct)
  • Complex social hierarchy
  • Cultivation of plants and vegetables
  • Domestication of animals for food supply

    • What is a defining feature of a pastoral society?

  • Use of advanced technology for agriculture
  • Focus on permanent settlement and urban living
  • Development of intricate trade networks
  • Domestication of animals for a stable food supply (correct)

    • In what way does society influence personal development?

  • By imposing strict punitive measures for non-conformity
  • Through dynamic relationships and mutual dependency (correct)
  • By limiting individual freedom and choices
  • Through the promotion of competition and rivalry

    • What is a key value related to intersubjectivity?

    <p>Acceptance of differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are norms in a societal context?

    <p>Less formal guidelines that arise from tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Physical Freedom mainly refer to?

    <p>The absence of any physical restraint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization did the individual mentioned create to support others with disabilities?

    <p>Life Without Limbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is essential for exercising human freedom responsibly?

    <p>Control and recognition of reasonable limits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do laws differ from norms in society?

    <p>Laws are enforced through formal punitive measures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the idea of the human person being an embodied spirit signify?

    <p>There is an intrinsic unity between body and spirit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Moral Freedom emphasize?

    <p>Using freedom to uphold human dignity and goodness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant achievement did Roselle Ambubuyog accomplish?

    <p>Graduated summa cum laude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Psychological Freedom?

    <p>Freedom to choose actions regarded as right and wise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is a characteristic of horticultural societies?

    <p>Small-scale cultivation of plants and domestication of animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge did the individuals mentioned in the content overcome?

    <p>Physical disabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the term 'Voluntariness' in the context of freedom?

    <p>The ability to act of one's own free will.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these was a support provided to Roselle Ambubuyog by her university?

    <p>Braille copies of exams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does death signify according to the content?

    <p>The termination of all bodily functions indicating life’s end</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of intersubjectivity?

    <p>A natural inclination to establish attachments with others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did philosophers contribute to discussions about society formation?

    <p>They shared various theories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should freedom be exercised according to the content?

    <p>With regard for knowledge and truth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Hellen Keller have beyond being an author?

    <p>She was a motivational speaker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does self-awareness play in interpersonal relations?

    <p>It allows the self to become aware of others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the full stop or end of life?

    <p>Terminus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is 'Project Roselle' focused on?

    <p>Offering technological aid to blind students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept emphasizes the temporary nature of human life?

    <p>Temporal existence of a person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does society typically enable personal development?

    <p>By providing opportunities for improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes happiness as a state of being?

    <p>A Noble Good</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason individuals form societies according to the content?

    <p>To support personal growth and welfare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Jean Jacques Rousseau, what is a key aspect of the social contract?

    <p>Individuals cooperate through mutual consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is self-determination primarily described as?

    <p>The capacity to choose and act for oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between happiness and suffering according to the content?

    <p>They can enrich one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Thomas Hobbes argue about individuals in their natural state?

    <p>Natural desires can lead to conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the term 'Consent of the Governed' as described in the content?

    <p>Individuals agree to limit certain freedoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a large-scale action performed by groups?

    <p>Social Movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are social values primarily concerned with?

    <p>Actions or ideals considered important by societies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does society facilitate the emergence of individualities?

    <p>By providing a support system for development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the 'natural state' of humans in society according to the content?

    <p>A chaotic state driven by desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of 'social contract' imply about individual freedoms?

    <p>Some freedoms are sacrificed for societal order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of society contributes to fostering personal growth?

    <p>Opportunities for interaction and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between voluntariness and responsibility in human interaction?

    <p>Voluntariness enhances the sense of responsibility in actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines intersubjectivity in human relationships?

    <p>A mutual acknowledgment of each other as distinct individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes genuine dialogue?

    <p>It requires openness and the sharing of personal experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is self-consciousness significant in the self-other relationship?

    <p>It allows individuals to recognize their own uniqueness as well as others'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does body language play in interpersonal relations?

    <p>It facilitates deeper understanding during dialogue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signifies the awareness of the other in interpersonal interaction?

    <p>Recognizing the existence and uniqueness of other individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about responsibility is correct?

    <p>Responsibility involves accountability for one's actions and their outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does dialogue differ between casual acquaintances and close relationships?

    <p>Dialogue with casual acquaintances tends to be more superficial.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    21st Century Literature: Freedom of the Human Person

    • Freedom is an intrinsic and essential property of the person, understood as the power to be what one wants to be and create oneself. It is rooted in self-determination, intellect, and free will, requiring control by the individual exercising it. Freedom is experienced through choice-making.

    Kinds of Freedom

    • Physical Freedom: Absence of any physical restraint, allowing mobility.
    • Psychological Freedom: Freedom of choice, enabling the person to act in ways deemed right or wise.
    • Moral Freedom: Exercising freedom in a manner upholding human dignity and goodness. It is not to be used selfishly.

    Elements of Freedom

    • Voluntariness: Ability to act according to one's own free will.
    • Responsibility: Accountability for one's actions and their consequences. Voluntariness and responsibility are interconnected in determining a person's freedom.

    Intersubjectivity

    • Humans naturally relate and seek connections with others.
    • This interpersonal interaction is crucial for meaning.
    • Intersubjectivity, the connection between self and other, involves mutual recognition.
    • It's a unique relationship between distinct individuals recognized as persons.
    • "Intersubjectivity" refers to personal relationships, with the self understanding itself through interaction with others.

    Levels of Self-Other Interaction

    • Awareness of the existence of and being seen by others: This is crucial in understanding one's relationship with others.
    • Self-consciousness: A fundamental aspect of the self.

    Intersubjectivity Defining Interaction

    • Seeming: presenting oneself in a particular way to others.
    • Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
    • Sympathy: Feeling with another.
    • Availability: Being present and accessible to another.
    • Dialogue: Deeper and more genuine interaction.

    The Human Person in Society

    • Society: Organized groups of people interacting frequently, sharing common territory and culture.
    • What Drives Human Beings to Establish Societies?: Common goals, fulfillment, and support are driving factors. Societies provide for human development.
    • Social Contract Theory: Philosophers pondered the natural laws governing societies.
    • Natural State: A hypothetical condition in which individuals exist without government or societal structure. Philosophers used this concept to understand societal development and the formation of government, like Hobbes who asserted a conflictual natural state and Locke who pictured a more consensual one.

    Different Forms of Societies

    • Hunting and Gathering: Earliest, simplest form; small, family-based.
    • Pastoral: Domesticated animals for food.
    • Horticultural: Small-scale cultivation of plants and vegetables.
    • Agrarian/Agricultural: Based on land ownership.
    • Feudal: Land-based ownership system.
    • Industrial: Machinery-based production.
    • Post-Industrial: Knowledge-based societies.
    • Virtual: Organization through communication technology/internet.

    Happiness, Suffering, and Death

    • Happiness: A state of being, not just an emotion.
    • Sources of Happiness: "Noble Good" (good in itself), "Useful Good" (good as a means), "Pleasurable Good" (good providing pleasure).
    • Suffering: Unpleasantness, discomfort, and pain when enduring things, often linked to physical limitations/needs or from mental stress.
    • Death: The end of bodily functions, the separation of body and spirit. It's a finite life, and as such, it shapes one's decisions and perceptions.

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    Explore the multifaceted concept of freedom as outlined in 21st Century literature. This quiz delves into various kinds of freedom—physical, psychological, and moral—while highlighting key elements like voluntariness and responsibility. Test your understanding of how freedom shapes human dignity and intersubjective relationships.

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