DBR 100 - Chapter 12

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What is the main argument of Vine Deloria Jr. in "Traditional Technology"?

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Indigenous traditional knowledge and technologies are sophisticated systems.

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How does Deloria describe Western technology?

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Focused on control and exploitation of nature.

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According to Deloria, what is a key characteristic of Indigenous technology?

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It emphasizes harmony and coexistence with nature.

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What role does spirituality play in Indigenous technology, according to Deloria?

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It is central and guides interactions with the environment.

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Why does Deloria criticize the Western view of technological progress?

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For being linear and materialistic.

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What does Deloria suggest about the long-term consequences of Western technology?

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They are often ignored.

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How does Indigenous technology view the environment, according to Deloria?

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As a partner to coexist with.

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What is a common misconception about Indigenous technologies?

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They are primitive and inferior.

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What does Deloria argue about the sophistication of Indigenous knowledge?

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It provides a deep understanding of the natural world.

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In Deloria's view, what is a flaw of Western technological progress? Options: It is too focused on spiritual growth., It often ignores environmental and societal impacts., It is too slow to adapt., It is too focused on tradition.

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It often ignores environmental and societal impacts.

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