Although your oral style is slightly more formal than in everyday conversation, it should still reflect a personal tone that encourages listeners to perceive you to be .

A. spinoza thinks that we human beings are due for what was described in class as an “ontological demotion.” explain this ontological demotion, comparing his view of what we are to a more traditional aristotelian view. (you should concentrate on spinoza’s views on the human body, but be sure to say something about what he thinks the human mind is.) why does he think the demotion is needed? is he right? explain why the demotion matters to the overall project of the ethics.

In the compound republic of america, the power surrendered by the people is first divided between two distinct governments, and then the portion allotted to each subdivided among distinct and separate departments. hence a double security arises to the rights of the people. the different governments will control each other, at the same time that each will be controlled by itself.—madison, number 51 based on the quote, which of the following statements would madison have likely supported? development of political parties is necessary to ensure the security and stability of a democratic government. a government must have enough power to govern however, its power must also be limited by creating multiple branches within it. one government can not carry out the will of the people alone, therefore the establishment of two separate governments is necessary. a government must sometimes limit civil liberties of individuals to ensure the safety and security of all citizens.

What problem does obeng say that we have in the 21st century? 2. obeng argues that the pace of change has eclipsed the pace of learning. do you agree or disagree? why? 3. what is "smart failure" according to obeng?