Can violence make a better world Flashcards
Who was Dietrich Bonhoeffer?
A German theologian and anti-Nazi dissident known for his opposition to Hitler.
True or False: Noor Inayat Khan was a British spy during World War II.
True
What philosophy did Bonhoeffer advocate regarding violence?
He believed in the concept of ‘costly grace’ and the necessity of taking action against evil.
Fill in the blank: Noor Inayat Khan was of ______ descent.
Indian
What was Bonhoeffer’s stance on non-violence?
He struggled with the idea of non-violence and ultimately justified violent resistance against tyranny.
What was Noor Inayat Khan’s code name during her espionage activities?
Madeleine
Multiple Choice: What did Bonhoeffer believe was necessary to confront evil?
Action
True or False: Noor Inayat Khan survived World War II.
False
What did Bonhoeffer mean by ‘costly grace’?
Grace that requires personal sacrifice and commitment to justice.
Fill in the blank: Noor Inayat Khan was executed in ______.
1944
What role did Bonhoeffer play in the Confessing Church?
He was a key figure who opposed the Nazi regime’s influence on German churches.
Multiple Choice: What was the main focus of Noor Inayat Khan’s work?
A) Writing B) Espionage C) Music D) Activism
What is the central question of the Year 8 Collegiate topic?
Can violence create a better world?
True or False: Bonhoeffer believed that violence could never be justified.
False
What type of resistance did Bonhoeffer support?
Active resistance against oppressive regimes.
Fill in the blank: Noor Inayat Khan’s bravery was recognized by the ______.
British government
Multiple Choice: Which of the following concepts is associated with Bonhoeffer?
Costly Grace
What was the fate of Bonhoeffer during World War II?
He was executed by the Nazis in 1945.
True or False: Noor Inayat Khan was the first female wireless operator in France.
True
What did Bonhoeffer argue about the church’s role in society?
The church must actively engage in social justice and oppose injustice.
Fill in the blank: Noor Inayat Khan was posthumously awarded the ______.
George Cross
What was the name of an operation to defeat Hitler?
Operation Valkyrie
What does the term ‘resistance’ refer to in the context of Bonhoeffer’s philosophy?
Opposing and combating unjust authority.
True or False: Bonhoeffer was a supporter of Hitler at the beginning of his political career.
False
What was one of Noor Inayat Khan’s key contributions to the war effort?
She transmitted critical information to the Allies.
Fill in the blank: Bonhoeffer’s writings emphasize the importance of ______ in faith.
Action
Multiple Choice: Which event influenced Bonhoeffer’s views on violence?
The Holocaust
What does ‘moral courage’ refer to in the context of Bonhoeffer and Noor Inayat Khan?
The ability to act rightly in the face of social pressures or danger.
True or False: The legacy of Bonhoeffer and Noor Inayat Khan is associated with the idea of peaceful resistance.
True
What is one reason people argue that violence cannot create a better world?
Violence often leads to more suffering and conflict.
