Where was Augustine born?

a. Thrace
b. Hippo
c. Tagaste
d. Florence


ANS: C

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1. a real entity in the world. 2. a creation of the Devil. 3. a lack of Goodness. 4. everywhere.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Walter Berns hold that in order for us legitimately to be angry with someone

a. there must be a social contract in place. b. anger must be recognized and legitimized by the rules and practices of our culture. c. we must believe in a system of just punishments and just rewards. d. we must believe in a God of wrath and vengeance and severe justice. e. we must believe that person is responsible for her acts.

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