Philosophy-of-man-activities-midterm-mechanics.doc

CHAPTER 2: INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHICAL ANTHROPOLOGY Activity VI. Answer the following questions on the space provided. Strictly follow the directions. A. Imagine that you were tasked to write a description of the human species for the Golden Record, how would you describe human beings to aliens? Write it in the box below. HELLO, WE ARE THE HUMANS OF EARTH... B. Questions 1. What were the bases of your description of humans? 2. Compare your work with those of your classmates. What other ideas can you add to improve or complete your work?

CHAPTER 3: DIFFERENT PHILOSOPHICAL OPINION ABOUT HUMAN BEING Activity VII. Answer the following questions on the space provided. Strictly follow the directions. 1. Among the needs that drive man to philosophize, which is most relevant to you? Write a short reaction paper on this. 2. List down five philosophical questions which you wish to be answered as you study this course. Identify the philosophies which will answer these questions. 3. Write an essay describing a situation in your life when you were able to engage in philosophy. Describe the circumstances or dilemmas which brought about your need to philosophize. How did philosophy help you address your particular situation?