vocab 3

Question 1

natural law

Answer 1

belief that all people have a conscience and recognize that certain moral truths exist in nature

Question 2

mayflower compact

Answer 2

agreement of temporary government established by the pilgrims before they settled in the new world based on the idea of a covenant

Question 2

social contract

Answer 2

principle that people agree to submit to a government in exchange for the protection of their rights

Question 3

pluralism

Answer 3

the coexistence of diversity of ehtnic social, religous and politcal backgrounds; various groups with diffrent views of right and wrong all living in the same society

Question 4

political ideology

Answer 4

set of related beliefs based on an underlying worldview that focuses on solving societal problems with the application of political power

Question 5

culture wars

Answer 5

conflict between groups with different ideals beliefs and philosophies

Question 6

how would you describe the relationship that has existed between Christians and government ?

Answer 6

• natural law
• Christianity is no longer dominant
  -it was difficult for Christians and government to get along because politicians and soldiers had to offer sacrifices to roman gods and worship the emperor; Christians refused

Question 7

what is the role of Christians within our pluralistic society ?

Answer 7

• Christians should develop argument that encourage people to confront the truths they are trying to avoid.
  -they should understand their opponents perspectives.