Question 1

The notion of evil becomes complicated by the generally accepted belief that
those who commit sins can _____ and virtually turn their lives around.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The notion of evil becomes complicated by...

Question 2

Most serial murderers involved in cult-related killings are found to be _____.

Accepted Answer

Most research on cult-related killings suggests that serial murderers involved in such acts are self-styled or non-affiliated Satanists rather than members of organized Satanic groups.

Question 3

How are evil people best defined according to M.Scott Peck?

Accepted Answer

M. Scott Peck defined evil people as those who show a consistent pattern of destructive behavior and lack of empathy, rather than simply being defined by specific illegal actions or religious beliefs.

Question 4

According to Peck, who are "people of the lie?"

Accepted Answer

According to Peck, "people of the lie" are not just liars, but people who consistently deny and avoid facing their own evil or selfish tendencies. They often deflect blame onto others and refuse to take responsibility for their actions.

Question 5

Satanic cults do not provide a large population of serial killers.

Accepted Answer

Most serial killers do not have connections to satanic cults; their motivations are typically rooted in personal psychological issues, not religious or cult affiliations. The idea of satanic cults being a common source of serial killers is largely a myth and not supported by evidence.

Question 6

Who was Josef Mengele?

Accepted Answer

Josef Mengele was a Nazi SS doctor who conducted experiments on prisoners, particularly twins, at Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II. He was infamous for his brutality and lack of regard for human life, as well as his interest in eugenics and the use of human subjects for genetic research. After the war, Mengele fled to South America and evaded capture until his death in 1979.

Question 7

Erich Fromm considered evil a process and not a state.

Accepted Answer

According to Erich Fromm, evil is not a fixed state or inherent trait of a person, but rather a process that involves a person's actions and choices.

Question 8

This idea is intangible and unmeasurable and is often used as a misnomer for inappropriate behavior.

Accepted Answer

The concept of "evil" is intangible and difficult to measure, and it is often used to describe behavior that is viewed as immoral or wrong. However, it is important to note that the term "evil" can be subjective and culturally dependent, and it should not be used as a catch-all term for any behavior that is deemed inappropriate.

Question 9

What may well be the epitome of narcissism?

Accepted Answer

Total domination of others is the epitome of narcissism as it involves an excessive focus on one's own importance, power, and superiority over others to the point of controlling and manipulating them for personal gain. This behavior is often driven by an underlying insecurity and need for admiration and validation, leading to a lack of empathy and disregard for others' feelings and needs.

Question 10

A litmus test for cult organizations is that _____ is/are part of the structure.

Accepted Answer

Abuse is often a tactic used by cult organizations to maintain control over their members. It is a serious red flag and a sign that the organization may be harmful. Bake sales, secrecy, and rumors are not necessarily indicative of a cult.

Question 11

This killer was a college graduate and once worked as a fishing guide and security guard.He later became a police officer who had a fantasy for taking young women into the woods and hanging them.

Accepted Answer

Gerard Schaefer was a college graduate, fishing guide, and security guard before becoming a police officer. He was convicted of killing two young women and is suspected of murdering many more. Schaefer had a fantasy of taking young women into the woods and hanging them.

Question 12

Folklore pertaining to zombies, werewolves, vampires, etc., is found among few cultures.

Accepted Answer

Folklore pertaining to zombies, werewolves, vampires, etc., can be found among many cultures across the world, such as African, European, and Chinese folklore.

Question 13

Satanic cults in the United States appear to have attracted a growing number
of followers interested in the worship of _____.

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The answer of Satanic cults in the United States appear...

Question 14

The nature and definition of "evil" is not universal and agreed upon.

Accepted Answer

The concept of evil varies across cultures, religions, and individuals. What one person may consider evil, another may not. Therefore, there is no universal agreement on the nature and definition of evil.

Question 15

In each of the cases of this killer, the victim's breasts had been mutilated and cut off with a knife or piano wire.

Accepted Answer

The mutilation of the victim's breasts with a knife or piano wire matches the modus operandi of Robin Gecht, who was a member of a Chicago-based satanic cult known as the Ripper Crew. Gecht and his accomplices were responsible for kidnapping, raping, mutilating, and murdering at least 18 women in the late 1970s and early 1980s. None of the other choices matches this specific detail of the crime.

Question 16

In many past cultures, and in some modern ones, _____ was
generally viewed as a distinct form of possession, the controlling of a human by
an evil spirit.

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The answer of In many past cultures, and in some...

Question 17

Which of the following crimes would most likely be a "crime of passion?"

Accepted Answer

A "crime of passion" is typically associated with a spontaneous act of violence committed in the heat of the moment due to a sudden strong emotional reaction, such as jealousy, anger, or betrayal. Murdering an ex-spouse is a common example of such a crime. The other choices are not typically considered "crimes of passion" as they involve premeditated or planned acts of violence against multiple victims.

Question 18

The quest for power and control over the lives of others is exemplified by the case of _____, a physician and geneticist recruited into the Nazi ranks to direct the processing of concentration camp prisoners at Birkenau and Auschwitz during World War II.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The quest for power and control over...

Question 19

"Anthropophagy" refers to revulsion at eating human flesh.

Accepted Answer

Anthropophagy actually refers to the consumption of human flesh, not the revulsion towards it. The term for revulsion towards eating human flesh is called "cannibal horror."

Quiz 2: Cultural Development of Monsters, Demons, and Evil

The notion of evil becomes complicated by the generally accepted belief that those who commit sins can _____ and virtually turn their lives around.