Theology 4: Post #8

What can you do as a student to help ensure that an incident like the one at Columbine doesn’t happen in our school?  List five things that you can do.

Theology 4: Post #7

In an analysis of Michael Moore’s Bowling for Columbine, explain if you find it ironic or contradictory that we as a Christian nation rationalize our addiction to guns and violence.  Can we consider ourselves a Christian and a peaceful nation or a peaceful people?

HAL Post #7

Compare and contrast a work of American Literature, that you believe embodies the American Dream, to Fitzgerald’s Great Gatsby, which shows how this dream is in decline or is perhaps unattainable.

Theology: Post #6

Based on the discussion about Affirmative Action in yesterday’s class, define Affirmative Action, explain why it was established, who it has helped historically and if it is still needed.  Lists at least three reasons why it is or is not still needed.

HAL Post #6

What is Ahab’s tragic flaw and is he a tragic hero?

HAL Post #5

Analyze the scene in which The Pequod makes its first lowering in an attempt to capture Moby Dick.  When Pip falls overboard what are the attitudes of Ahab, Starbuck, Ishmael, and Queequeg concerning the his rescue?

HAL: Post #4

Contrast Ahab’s view of Moby Dick to Starbuck’s view of the white whale.  Using page 139 as a guide, explain how they differ.

Theology 4: Post #5

There are three early parallels when comparing The Matrix to The Matrix Reloaded.  Write an essay / entry in which you examine these three cinematic issues. 

1. What role does trinity play in the beginning of both films?
2. How are dreams a metaphor for the matrix
3. How do Morpheus’ and Neo’s roles change in terms of their beliefs and their religious significances to the film (i.e. fate vs. choice).

HAL: Post #3

Based upon the notes you took on Dr. King’s speech, explain how you believe that life has changed in America.  Include in your response what you think King meant by his statement: ”I can remember when Negroes scratched when they didn’t itch, and laughed when they weren’t tickled…”  How does that quote symbolize change for America and all Americans?

Theology 4: Post #4

What do you think about King’s speech to the Memphis sanitation workers?  It’s his last speech.  How is it ironic?  Also, what do you think about his life as it relates to President-elect Barack Obama’s inauguration next week.