module 17

Question 1

Upholds that all living beings have inherent value and humans are not superior to others.

Answer 1

Biocentrism

Question 2

Understanding of how the earth works, particularly as it relates to its biosphere or biodiversity.

Answer 2

Biocentrism

Question 3

It stands in contrast to anthropocentrism and its thought is nature-based, not human-based.

Answer 3

Biocentrism

Question 4

Does not imply the idea of equality among the animal kingdom, for no such notion can be observed in nature.

Answer 4

Biocentrism

Question 5

Advocates often promote the preservation of biodiversity, animal rights, and environmental protection.

Answer 5

Biocentrism

Question 6

Puts forward the value of the ecosystems above all (both its living and non-living components).

Answer 6

Ecocentrism

Question 7

The value of biodiversity is above the value of individuals or single species (including humans).

Answer 7

Ecocentrism

Question 8

Denotes a nature-centered, as opposed to human-centered, system of values.

Answer 8

Ecocentrism

Question 9

Puts the human being at the center stage and hence, nature and ecosystems are sources of resources for human use.

Answer 9

Anthropocentrism

Question 10

Belief that human beings are the most important entity in the universe.

Answer 10

Anthropocentrism

Question 11

Interprets or regards the world in terms of human values and experiences.

Answer 11

Anthropocentrism

Question 12

Considered to be profoundly embedded in many modern human cultures and conscious acts.

Answer 12

Anthropocentrism

Question 13

Considered to be the root cause of problems created by human action within the ecosphere.

Answer 13

Anthropocentrism