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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, what was a repercussion of the American Indian Religious Freedom Act?

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

3. In Chapter 17, Deloria states that Christianity is _________________.

4. In Deloria's opinion, how has education affected tribal ways?

5. In Chapter 14, Deloria asserts that when the younger generation visits the outside world of modern conveniences, which of the following occur?

Short Essay Questions

1. How are dreams discussed in the chapter on human personality?

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

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

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

5. What is the difference between Christianity and Indian tribal beliefs regarding individuality?

6. What theme is repeated throughout the few chapters, if not the book? (Pertaining to God and individuals.)

7. Explain why Deloria feels that the Amish are a special group of Christians.

8. Why did Deloria feel it was a problem for Indians to convert to Christianity?

9. What are the two propositions that have to do with life and the hereafter? Where did these propositions originate?

10. Explain the Indian philosophy of salvation and personal judgment.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

Deloria states that Indian communities are united around their religious and political beliefs. He suggests that these beliefs are inseparable and the Christian belief is that religion and politics should always remain separate. Do you agree with the Indians or the Christians? Explain why you believe as you do by giving at least three examples from the book to support your belief. How might a unison of religion and politics affect life today?

Essay Topic 3

How are Indian beliefs and experiences based on relationships with other living beings? Explain your answers by providing several examples from the book.

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