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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'freedom from'?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'freedom from'?
- The state of being held or captive
- The responsibility to act in a certain way
- The absence of constraints or limitations on one's actions (correct)
- The ability to choose from a range of options
What does the phrase 'Que sera, sera' imply in the context of the text?
What does the phrase 'Que sera, sera' imply in the context of the text?
- Acceptance of fate or destiny (correct)
- Rejection of freedom and responsibilities
- Embracing control over one's actions
- Pursuit of absolute freedom
What differentiates 'human acts' from 'acts of man'?
What differentiates 'human acts' from 'acts of man'?
- The complexity of the action performed
- The societal acceptance of the action
- Voluntary control or direction of the will (correct)
- The emotional involvement in the action
In the context of freedom and responsibilities, what does 'freedom to be' refer to?
In the context of freedom and responsibilities, what does 'freedom to be' refer to?
How does responsibility relate to human actions according to the text?
How does responsibility relate to human actions according to the text?
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Freedom from
Freedom from
Absence of limitations on actions.
Que Sera, Sera
Que Sera, Sera
Acceptance of fate.
Human acts vs. Acts of man
Human acts vs. Acts of man
Willful vs. involuntary actions.
Freedom to be
Freedom to be
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Responsibility and actions
Responsibility and actions
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Study Notes
Freedom and Responsibility
- 'Freedom from' refers to freedom from external restrictions, constraints, or obstacles that prevent an individual from acting as they wish.
- The phrase 'Que sera, sera' implies a fatalistic attitude towards life, suggesting that the course of events is predetermined and cannot be altered.
- 'Human acts' are actions that are intentional, conscious, and voluntary, whereas 'acts of man' are events that happen to humans, often beyond their control, such as natural disasters.
- 'Freedom to be' refers to the ability to make choices and decisions that allow individuals to become who they want to be, pursuing their own goals, interests, and aspirations.
- Responsibility relates to human actions in that individuals are accountable for the consequences of their intentional and voluntary actions, implying that they have the capacity for moral agency and decision-making.
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