Lesson 7.5: Human Person in the Environment (ACTIVITIES)

Question 1

It is the capacity to direct and discipline one’s
activities and the behavior using reason that is
cautious and, as much as possible, keeps
away from any risks.

Answer 1

prudence

Question 2

It assumes that male-centered view of nature
is the root cause of ecological problems.

Answer 2

ecofeminism

Question 3

“Development that meets the needs of the
present without compromising the ability of
future generations to meet their own needs.”

Answer 3

sustainable development

Question 4

It refers to conserving our natural resources
so that the future generations will still be able
to use it

Answer 4

equity

Question 5

This view believes that humans are the most
important species on the planet and they are
free to transform nature and use its resources.

Answer 5

Anthropocentrism

Question 6

It means that any human activities or
economic advances should not unduly disrupt
the environment and human communities
located in the area.

Answer 6

environmental integrity

Question 7

The discipline that studies the moral
relationship of human beings with the
environment and its non-human contents.

Answer 7

environmental philosophy

Question 8

It believes that ecological problems can be
traced to social problems.

Answer 8

social ecology

Question 9

It is the quality of being thrifty. It is the
careful supervision of one’s resources

Answer 9

frugality

Question 10

A philosophical view that believes in
maintaining order in the environment will
bring out the natural beauty of surroundings
and contribute to the well-being of the people
and other organisms living in it

Answer 10

environmental aesthetics

Question 11

T/F: Anthropocentrism focuses on the part of humankind as a stewards
or guardians of nature in our greater biological system or
community.

Answer 11

false

Question 12

T/F: Both ancient and modern thinkers believe that man will bring out
the natural beauty of environment if they are capable to govern the
nature

Answer 12

true

Question 13

T/F: Biocentrism advocates ethical treatment of animals.

Answer 13

true

Question 14

T/F: Environmental Aesthetics is a philosophical view all life forms have
an equal right to exist, and human needs and desires have no
priority over those of other organisms.

Answer 14

false

Question 14

T/F: Deep ecology is a philosophical idea that combines feminism and
ecology concerns, emphasizing that both suffer from their
treatment by a male dominated society.

Answer 14

false

Question 15

Bringing your own cup whenever you refill your coffee in 7-eleven
shows what principle of sustainability?

Answer 15

economic efficiency

Question 16

A businessman grabbed and bought a vast land from the farmers
and decided to convert it into a subdivision. During the
construction, farmers left without jobs and hundreds of trees were
uprooted and streams were covered in cement. What principle of
sustainability was violated?

Answer 16

environmental integrity

Question 17

Franciso Moreno, Mayor of Manila, declared Arroceros as a
“permanent forest park” as part of his vision of building a Green
City in Manila’s Lawton area. What principle of sustainability did
he use?

Answer 17

environmental integrity

Question 18

A factory in a province irresponsibly withdraw their wastes in the
river and hire mostly women because of cheap labor. What theory
in radical ecological philosophy explains this ecological problem?

Answer 18

ecofeminism

Question 19

Finishing your meal without leftovers shows what principle of
sustainability?

Answer 19

economic efficiency