Question 1

Compare and contrast Skinner's views on the nature of human existence with the views of Mead. What are some of the moral and/or political implications of what each of them is saying?

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Question 2

Clearly state the fundamental beliefs of Frazier in Skinner's dialogue. Then describe two of Castle's principal objections to Frazier's position. With which of these characters do you most identify? Explain your answer.

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Question 3

What does Sartre mean when he says that we are "condemned to be free?" How does he describe the relationship between freedom and responsibility? Do you agree with what Sartre says about freedom and responsibility? Why or why not?

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Question 4

What, according to Sartre, are the basic tenets of existentialism? From what you have read, would you classify yourself as an existentialist? Why or why not?

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Question 5

Carefully summarize de Beauvoir's views on how women have been traditionally viewed in Western culture. How does she think women should be viewed? Do you agree with her position? Why or why not?

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Question 6

What, according to de Beauvoir, do women and men have in common? What differences, if any, does she recognize as existing between women and men? Do you think that there are important differences between women and men? If so, what are they?

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Question 7

How, according to Zack, does one become self-emancipated? Why does she believe that it is so difficult for someone of mixed race living in the United States to become self-emancipated? Do you agree with her on this point? Why or why not?

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Question 8

Compare and contrast what de Beauvoir says about sex or gender with what Zack says about race. How important is your sex or gender in determining who you are? How important is your race in determining who you are? Explain your answers.

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Quiz 1: Self, Mind, and Body