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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. According to Deloria in Chapter 11, what creates Christian denominations?
2. In Chapter 17, Deloria claims the earth is _______________________________________.
3. The pope and Billy Graham believe that the revival of demonism, devil worship, astrological and numerological sciences are the devil's work. How does Deloria view these forms or worship?
4. What people do Deloria claim fears death more than any other group?
5. What is the Christian doctrine of life after death?
Short Essay Questions
1. Deloria claims modern people often returned to the reservations. What is his reason for saying this?
2. Explain Deloria's feelings of near death experiences as they pertain to the hereafter.
3. According to Deloria, how does education affect Indians in the modern world?
4. According to Deloria, what is the major difference between Christianity and Indian religions in regards to death?
5. Explain why Deloria feels that the Amish are a special group of Christians.
6. In Deloria's opinion, why is it a problem that some tribes choose not to use modern conveniences?
7. What ceremony did the federal government ban in the 1890's?
8. Name the third type of sacred land Deloria mentions in the book.
9. Name a second type of sacred land.
10. Deloria states that Christianity is not wrong, but that if there ever is an internal collapse in Christian doctrine, what will be there?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss several advantages and disadvantages of establishing reservations. How could the reservation system have been improved? In lieu of reservations, what other plan could the government have used to control or support the Indian population? Be sure to support your belief with examples from the book.
Essay Topic 2
Chapter 14 is titled, "Tribal Religions and Contemporary American Culture." Name at least three positive and three negative ways contemporary American culture has influenced tribal religions. Give several examples from the book to support your response.
Essay Topic 3
Discuss the beliefs and lifestyle of the Amish people. Why does Deloria claim the Indians honor them above other Christians? How do you believe the Amish customs would benefit or hinder American culture today? Provide several examples from the book.
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