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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. Why do traditional modes of teaching interfere with the development of a Subject, according to Friere?

2. How should didactic material be used, according to Friere?

3. What is a ‘Generative Theme’?

4. In his teaching of opposed dualisms, what philosopher is Frier referencing?

5. How would a teacher teach in Friere's new education system outlined in Part 2?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is an Epochal Unit?

2. What is a Subject in Friere’s analysis?

3. Why does Friere see traditional education similar to an economic system?

4. What does Friere call traditional education?

5. What is a Limit Act?

6. What is a Generative Theme?

7. Who is the educator working in partnership with?

8. Why does Friere believe it is important to ally oneself with the poor?

9. What is the Thematic Universe?

10. What does Friere believe the educator must encourage the Subject to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Freire argues that to help oppressed people, one must enter into solidarity with them, and in effect, join the Oppressed; otherwise, any help is false generosity and counterproductive charity. Do you agree? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the importance of Friere's own upbringing and place of birth on Friere's thought.

Essay Topic 3

Is it possible to educate oppressed people living in poverty to give them a critical awareness of their own situation?

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