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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. In Chapter 14, Deloria expresses concern about the ongoing tug-of-war between the old tribal culture and ________________________.

2. Almost universally, Deloria claims tribal religions produced people ___________________.

3. Deloria believes culture shapes religion in which of the following ways?

4. Name the example Deloria gives for the third type of sacred land.

5. Name one problem with modern society and tribal cultures according to Deloria.

Short Essay Questions

1. Compare religion and politics from a Christian and an Indian point of view.

2. Deloria names three types of sacred lands. Describe one of them.

3. How did the Indians feel about hanging criminals?

4. Name a second type of sacred land.

5. According to Deloria, how does education affect Indians in the modern world?

6. What did Arnold Toynbee mean by his comment that viewing a map of the Mediterranean was pretending it was a map of the world?

7. In Deloria's opinion, why is it a problem that some tribes choose not to use modern conveniences?

8. According to Deloria, what is the major difference between Christianity and Indian religions in regards to death?

9. According to Deloria, how are developments of contemporary American culture and Indian tribal cultures different?

10. Name a few of the religious doctrines Deloria believes pertain to the human personality.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Deloria describes the deity in the Old Testament as somewhat "unstable." Why does Deloria use this description? Explain this statement using several examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Deloria states that Christians pride themselves for bringing peace on earth. Name at least two examples to support this statement. Why does Deloria disagree? Explain your answers by providing several examples cited in the book. Is Deloria's statement true today? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Deloria believes God is red and some believe God is dead. After studying this book, do you agree or disagree with Deloria's claim that God is red? Why or why not? How would you respond to claims that God is dead? Explain your answers with several examples from the book.

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