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Theology 4: Post #8

drhym — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:41:41 +0000

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

drhym — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:32:12 +0000

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

drhym — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:09:48 +0000

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

drhym — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 14:17:18 +0000

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

drhym — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:39:40 +0000

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

HAL Post #5

drhym — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 20:11:36 +0000

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

drhym — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 20:40:13 +0000

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

drhym — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 03:19:15 +0000

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.

What role does trinity play in the beginning of both films?
How are dreams a metaphor for the matrix
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

drhym — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 14:28:35 +0000

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

drhym — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:31:39 +0000

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.