The Paradox of Affluence: Choices, Challenges, and Consequences» Issue One: Definition

2008-2010 Honors Study Topic: The Paradox of Affluence: Choices, Challenges, and Consequences

Study Questions

By admin • Mar 8th, 2006 • Category: Issue One: Definition

Gold
1. How has the pursuit of gold or wealth as a source of power determined the course of history? Consider as examples the search for spices in the East Indies and the quest for gold and silver in the New World.

Gods
2. How have the organization and reorganization of religions created shifts in power? Consider as examples the Protestant Reformation and the Muslim split into Sunni and Shiite.

Glory
3. Why is the quest for glory a powerful vehicle for change? Consider as examples the personal quests of Napoleon, Genghis Khan, and General Patton.

Global
4. To what extent has globalization been a force for change in the modern world? Consider as examples the Internet, Wal-Mart, and McDonald’s.

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2008-2010 Honors Study Topic: The Paradox of Affluence: Choices, Challenges, and Consequences

Study Questions

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