Classify the following definition according to its use: to reduce vagueness, to introduce or explain a new or unusual word, to evoke an attitude about something, or to accomplish some other purpose."Tombstone: an ugly reminder of one who has been forgotten."-H. L. Mencken
What will be an ideal response?
An analytical definition with a darkly humorous purpose, to underscore how short-lived will be others' memories of us after our demise.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Why did the Jesuits succeed in introducing Christianity to China?
a. They stated that Christianity was the only religion. b. They noted that Japan had converted to Christianity. c. They combined it with the study of Chinese classics. d. They operated as "hidden Christians."
If it rains, then the golf course will be closed. It is raining. Therefore, the golf course will be closed.This argument form is
A. invalid. B. modus ponens. C. modus tollens. D. hypothetical syllogism. E. disjunctive syllogism. F. enumerative induction. G. analogical induction.
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
1. According to recent polls, about 91 percent of American families own at least one Bible. 2. The average number of Bibles owned by each American household is two. 3. Even people who do not belong to a church or synagogue typically express biblical attitudes in forming their personal views of life. 4. While almost every American family owns one or more copies of the Bible, polls indicate that few Americans are aware of its contents. 5. Christianity's two main divisions—Catholic and Protestant—use the same version of the Bible.