Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Apologetics > Humanism test > Flashcards

Humanism test Flashcards

1
Q
  1. When the authors wrote that there is now a time to stop “mere revision of traditional attitudes” due to cultural advancements, they were referring to culture clashes with organized religion. Who were the two individuals given as an example that clashed with the Catholic Church:
A

: Galileo & Martin Luther

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q
  1. On whose writings did the US Declaration of Independence based their idea of “inalienable human rights that come from our Creator” upon?
A

John Locke

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q
  1. Who wrote Democracy in America?
A

? de Alexis Tocqueville

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q
  1. What Manifesto promoting the community of man and the elimination of religious influence was written by authors Marx and Engel in 1848?
A

? Communist Manisfesto

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q
  1. What influential text was published in 1859?
A

Darwin’s Origin of Species

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q
  1. Who wrote Two Treatises of Government?
A

John Locke

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q
  1. Which US Supreme Court Justice supported the concept of Sociological Jurisprudence when ruling on cases?
A

? Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q
  1. He was one of the signors of the original Humanist Manifesto that was a philosopher and influenced government schooling in America?
A

John Dewey

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q
  1. Who was the US President during the Progressive Era that influenced changes in the American Culture?
A

Woodrow Wilson

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q
  1. What was the name of the famous liberal lawyer who argued in defense of teaching evolution in schools, during the famous trial in the era of cultural change?
A

? Clarence Darrow

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q
  1. What was the name of the famous lawyer and former presidential candidate who argued the case in support of the law to not allow the teaching evolution in schools, during the famous trial in the era of cultural change?
A

? William Jennings Bryan

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q
  1. Who created the theory of the “Hierarchy of Needs” that he presented in 1943
A

. Abraham Maslow

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

In which era were the individuals mentioned above clash with the Catholic Church?

A

? 1500s

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q
  1. Where did the Declaration of Independence state that the rights of humans come from?
A

god

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q
  1. The person who wrote Democracy in America observed that in America there is “a connection between ____ and __, whereas in France they are marching in opposite directions.”
A

religion and liberty

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q
  1. How did the writers of the US Constitution include an understanding of Christianity into the structure of the document?
A

Due to their understanding of original sin, they understood the need to balance powers

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q
  1. What is significant about the founding educational purpose of collegiate institutions such as Harvard, Yale, Princeton, etc. and the private boarding high schools such as Groton.
A

Founded to teach the Truth of God

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q
  1. Law in America was originally taught as being based upon God’s ___ law.
A

natural

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q
  1. This was considered the __ Method.
A

blackstone

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q
  1. In 1870 teaching on law in America changed, when Langdell became the president at __.
A

harvard

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q
  1. The new method was based upon the ___ Method
A

case study

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q
  1. What did this new method teach?
A

Law evolves over time, therefore past cases can be used to view growth and make new rulings

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q
  1. What is Sociological Jurisprudence?
A

? The law of society changes as the culture of society changes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q
  1. morals is how people behave (what is).
A

.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
Q
  1. _ethics__ is a transcendent norm of behavior (what ought to be).
A

.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
26
Q
  1. _empathy__ is the ability to understand the perspective of others..
A

.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
27
Q

_Formal Wordview_____ is a comprehensive set of truth claims that purports to paint a picture of reality.

A

.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
28
Q
  1. What is the comprehensive set of truth claims taught at MVCS
A

Christianity

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
29
Q
  1. Why is the Humanist Manifesto a document of faith?
A

Its basic claims of authority are based upon beliefs that cannot be scientifically proven – only theorized upon

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
30
Q
  1. The Humanist Manifesto was part of the Progressive Era of cultural change in America
A

.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
31
Q
  1. What was the name of the law that made it illegal to teach evolution in Tennessee schools?
A

butler act

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
32
Q
  1. What were the two significant events that led to the writing of the second Humanist Manifesto?
A

Continual War / Roe v Wade

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
33
Q
  1. What is the quote from the second Humanist Manifesto that illustrates their foundational beliefs?
A

“No deity will save us – we must save ourselves”

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
34
Q
  1. According to Humanists, man is basically what?
A

good

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
35
Q
  1. According to Humanists, relief from the personal and societal problems, AND the meaning to life comes from where?
A

satisfying ones desires

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
36
Q
  1. What were the two primary reasons why the ideas in the Humanist Manifesto found an acceptable audience in Western Civilization?
A

Appeals to inherent sinful nature / Appeals to the desire to not be under the authority of organized religion

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
37
Q
  1. What makes the Humanist Manifesto a religious document?
A

? It has a set of principles and values that individuals are to adhere to by faith

38
Q
  1. Humanism believes that who is responsible for the realization of an individual’s dreams and achievements?
A

humans themselves

39
Q
  1. Humanism rejects dualism, which is:___
A

:___the belief in body, soul, and spirit contained in oneself

40
Q
  1. Humanism believes that the universe was __self-existing__ and was not _created__
A

.

41
Q
  1. How does the Humanist Manifesto explain where man came from?
A

? Man emerged from nature

42
Q

What twofold process does the Humanist Manifesto reject when stating that it is “unacceptable (for) any supernatural or cosmic guarantees of life” and that an individual is “determining existence and the value of any and all realities”?

A
  1. __Original Sin___

49. __Redemption from Sin through the death & resurrection of Jesus Christ___

43
Q

What two methods does the Humanist Manifesto promote when an individual is “determining existence and the value of any and all realities”?

A

Use intelligent inquiry___

51. __Make an assessment of how it relates to human needs___

44
Q
  1. The Humanist Manifesto states that “religion must formulate its hopes and plans in the light of the ____ ___ and ___.”
A

scientific spirit and method

45
Q
  1. What is being transferred when the Humanist Manifesto makes the abovementioned claim?
A

Transferring authority of “religion” from God to human’s faith in scientific discoveries

46
Q
  1. Humanists do not believe that the value of an individual’s self-worth can be found in a relationship with God through __ or ___?
A

worship or prayer

47
Q
  1. Humanists believe that the value of an individual’s self-worth is to be found in relationships with __
A

other humans

48
Q
  1. Humanists believe that traditional religion gives individuals false ___ and wishful ___.
A

hope and thinking

49
Q
  1. What three examples do the writers of the Humanist Manifesto called “advancements” to conclude that a new situation has been created “which requires a new statement of the means and purposes of religion.”
A

a. Human’s larger understanding of the universe
b. Human’s scientific achievements
c. Human’s deeper appreciation of brotherhood

50
Q
  1. The Humanist Manifesto states that religion is to meet which two needs of humanity?
A

a. Adequate social goals

b. Personal satisfaction

51
Q
  1. How does the Humanist Manifesto believe that humans can come to a “complete realization of the human personality?”
A

Through the fulfillment of oneself in the here and now

52
Q
  1. What does the Humanist Manifesto believe is the correct manner for humans to express their “religious emotions?”
A

a. Have a heightened sense of personal life

b. Make a co-operative effort to create social well-being

53
Q
  1. How does Christianity believe individuals are to express their “religious emotions?
A

love god and others

54
Q

The Humanist Manifesto states that man will learn to face the crises of life in the following two manners – what academic disciplines does each term represent:

A
  1. Naturalness _Science__

63. Probability__Math_

55
Q
  1. Furthermore, the Humanist Manifesto contrasts its claim on how to face the crises of life, by stating that it will “no longer” face crisis in which three manners?
A

a. Sentimental hopes
b. Unreal hopes
c. Wishful thinking

56
Q
  1. What are the two ways advised in the Humanist Manifesto in order to ensure that man will face the crises of life in the way they have determined to be correct?
A

a. Fostered by education

b. Supported by custom

57
Q
  1. What has been created in US Government that illustrates the following statement: “We assume the humanism will take the path of social and mental hygiene.”
A

welfare system

58
Q
  1. The Humanist Manifesto states that all associations and institutions exist for what purpose?
A

Fulfillment of human life

59
Q

The purpose of the Hierarchy of Needs is the underlying belief that:

A
  1. Humans are basically good

2. Humans all have flaws that can be corrected so they live the way they desire

60
Q
  1. What are the 5 levels of the Hierarchy of Needs
A

a. Self-Actualization
b. Self-Esteem
c. Social Connections
d. Safety (Emotional, Physical, Intellectual)
e. Physiological Needs

61
Q
  1. What is the logical fallacy built into the Hierarchy of Needs?
A

a. A self-centered focus on improvement, won’t suddenly produce an enlightened individual who will serve in the improvement of others instead of continuing to improve oneself

62
Q
  1. What is the “remnant” described by Paul in Romans 11?
A

Those who know the Word of God and are called to share it with everyone

63
Q
  1. Under what criteria is the remnant chosen?
A

By the grace of God

64
Q
  1. What is the false god of the Old Testament that Paul warns against worshipping?
A

Baal

65
Q
  1. What are the two ways that Paul describes those who find themselves in a “spirit of stupor
A

Blind and Deaf

66
Q
  1. What is the manner discussed in class to turn your emotions/problems/situations into ACTION that follows God’s call love others.
A

By viewing the situation as an OPPORTUNITY of what God wants you to do

67
Q
  1. What does Paul use as a metaphor to describe how to stay connected to God through Jesus?
A

ingrafted branches

68
Q
  1. In light of this connection, what is considered to be the sternness of God described in Romans 11:22?
A

That there will be consistent consequences when choosing wrong behavior

69
Q
  1. And what is the kindness of God in Romans 11:22?
A

A new opportunity each day to choose right behavior

70
Q
  1. What does irrevocable mean?
A

it can not be taken away

71
Q

Whoever loves discipline, loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid”.

A

proverbs 12:1

72
Q

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”

A

.” Proverbs 1:7

73
Q
  1. In Romans 12:1 what is described as being a living sacrifice for God
A

? Offering our bodies and minds

74
Q
  1. In Romans 12:2 it states “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world” - what is the pattern of this world?
A

To be self-centered

75
Q
  1. In Romans 12:2, Paul states that you will be transformed by the renewing of what
A

your mind

76
Q
  1. In Romans 12:1-2, the lesson that Paul teaches is that you will be able to do what ACT when you are renewed?
A

Test and approve God’s Will

77
Q
  1. What is the threefold way God’s will is described in Romans 12:2?
A

Good, pleasing and perfect

78
Q
  1. In Romans 12:3-8, why does Paul use the human body to describe the spiritual gifts that each of us have?
A

To show that each of us are uniquely valuable and each of us have a unique role to play (for instance the ear’s job isn’t to smell, the eye’s job isn’t to hear, etc.)

79
Q

**Additional Teaching on BODY of CHRIST concept above – be able to explain how this teaching is illustrated in the “Fabric of Society” lecture that was discussed.***

A

.

80
Q
  1. In Romans 12:5, what does Paul state that each member of our body belongs to?
A

one another

81
Q
  1. Once you have decided to trust God’s will, what is the three-pronged continual process God has provided for the purpose of your life?
A

a. Identify – identify the gifts and talents God has given us
b. Sharpen – Develop the gifts and talents God has given us
c. Apply – Use our gifts and talents to meet the needs of the age

82
Q
  1. What is meant by love that must be “sincere” in Romans 12:9
A

? Real, not phony or to make it “look like” you really care so that you will be considered “good”

83
Q
  1. What are six (6) of the ways that Paul describes “sincere love” in Romans 12:9-11? NOTE: This is what a person who has been “transformed by the renewing of their mind” looks like:
A

a. Hate what is evil
b. Cling to what is good
c. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love
d. Honor one another above yourselves
e. Never be lacking in zeal
f. Keep your spiritual fervor in serving the Lord
g. Share with people in need
h. Practice hospitality (allow someone to come into your “life” not just your home)

84
Q
  1. In Romans 12:12, Paul teaches that we are to be joyful in:
A

hope

85
Q
  1. In Romans 12:12, Paul teaches that we are to be patient in:
A

affliction

86
Q
  1. In Romans 12:12, Paul teaches that we are to be faithful in:
A

prayer

87
Q
  1. In Romans 12:13, Paul teaches that relief from dwelling on our problems and worries is found in what action?
A

Sharing with people in need and practicing hospitality

88
Q
  1. Why do the actions in Romans 12:13 release us from dwelling in problems and worry?
A

Because we are focused on others instead of ourselves

89
Q
  1. In Romans 12:20, why are you “heaping burning coals” on your enemy if you feed them or give them something to drink?
A

Because they are expecting you to compete, argue, or judge them…

90
Q
  1. How does Romans 12 teach us to overcome evil?
A

with good

Apologetics (5 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions