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HU 300: Seminar 2

HU 300: Seminar 2. Myth and the Foundation of the Humanities. HU 300: Seminar 2. Myth is commonly used as a synonym for “misconception.” In our chapter, it means something else? What does it mean?. Common Beliefs. What is “fate”? What are some ideas that we ascribe to fate?.

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HU 300: Seminar 2

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  1. HU 300: Seminar 2 Myth and the Foundation of the Humanities

  2. HU 300: Seminar 2 • Myth is commonly used as a synonym for “misconception.” In our chapter, it means something else? What does it mean?

  3. Common Beliefs • What is “fate”? • What are some ideas that we ascribe to fate?

  4. Finish this sentence: • “Nice guys…

  5. HU 300: Seminar 2 • What does: “Nice guys finish last” mean? Is it true? • What does it tell us about a culture that says it?

  6. HU 300: Seminar 2 • Think of some family expressions, often-heard proverbs, advertising slogans, or political slogans…

  7. What are some of these sayings? What do these phrases mean to you?

  8. Phrases are myths too! What are some axioms you want to pass on to your children, family members, or friends?

  9. Stereotypes as mythology What are some of the stereotypes that exist in American culture?

  10. Stereotypes • Do you believe stereotypes can be dispelled?

  11. Stereotypes • Have you ever held a stereotype that you adjusted after experience that proved the belief to be inaccurate? How did this change?

  12. Questions?? Comments? Atlas Holding up the World….

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