Essay Quiz


1			You've now read many chapters describing the political, social, spiritual, and economic theories of many of the leading thinkers of the Western world. Which theory or theories seem to you to be most authentic and accurate? Why?




2			You're living in part of the era discussed in this chapter. Do you agree with its choices of significant and representative events, music, art, and literature? Why? Why not? Give a detailed explanation. If you feel that something important has been left out, give reasons for its inclusion in future editions of this survey of the humanities.




3			What is postmodernism? How did it affect the arts in the Western world?




4			At the end of the chapter, the textbook's authors present two different interpretations of what direction civilization could take in the years to come. Restate these two directions and explain what elements you think are an accurate forecast. Present evidence for your position from the textbook and from what you have observed and learned as a human being on the planet at this time.