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What does Shafiei consider a realistic utopia?
What does Shafiei consider a realistic utopia?
- A fantasy that is completely unattainable
- A temporary state of societal improvement
- A vision for a better society that is idealistic and achievable (correct)
- An illusion that distracts from real problems
How does activism relate to realistic utopias according to the information provided?
How does activism relate to realistic utopias according to the information provided?
- Activism functions as a means to strive for positive societal change (correct)
- Activism promotes unrealistic fantasies
- Activism is irrelevant to the discussion of utopias
- Activism serves to hinder societal change
Which statement accurately describes the relationship between the Movement for Black Lives and Shafiei's argument?
Which statement accurately describes the relationship between the Movement for Black Lives and Shafiei's argument?
- The Movement dismisses utopian ideals in its activism
- The Movement's goals contradict realistic utopian concepts
- The Movement employs realistic utopian ideals to underpin its efforts (correct)
- The Movement solely focuses on immediate solutions
What does Hume define as liberty?
What does Hume define as liberty?
According to Hume, how are liberty and necessity viewed in relation to each other?
According to Hume, how are liberty and necessity viewed in relation to each other?
Study Notes
Realistic Utopia
- Shafiei views a realistic utopia as a vision for a better society that balances idealism with achievable goals.
Activism and Realistic Utopias
- Activism acts as a pathway to work towards realizing these realistic utopias, promoting positive societal change.
The Movement for Black Lives
- The Movement for Black Lives exemplifies Shafiei's argument, using principles of realistic utopia to guide its activism for social reform.
Hume's Definition of Liberty
- Hume defines liberty as the ability to act autonomously, guided by one's own free will.
Hume's Definition of Necessity
- For Hume, necessity implies that all events are directly caused by prior events, a deterministic view.
Compatibility of Liberty and Necessity
- Despite conflicting perspectives, Hume believes that liberty and necessity can coexist, suggesting that our free will is not incompatible with a deterministic universe.
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Description
This quiz explores the concept of realistic utopias, as articulated by Shafiei, and their relevance to activism, particularly in the Movement for Black Lives. Additionally, it delves into Hume's definitions of liberty and necessity, examining their compatibility in the context of social change.
