Death and the Meaning of Life True or False

________ 1. Death is commonly understood as the end of bodily functions which signals the end of a person’s life.

• True

• False

________ 2. As biological beings bound by natural laws and the inevitability of death, we can stop aging and the eventual decline of our bodies.

• True

• False

Our efforts are often marked by difficulties and discouragement. The pursuit of happiness requires that we go through the effort to achieve it.

• True

• False

The reality of death means that our existence is unique and that we will always get another chance to do things we want in this life.

• True

• False

Reflecting on the reality of death enables us think of how we can best live a meaningful life.

• True

• False

Human persons in their natural states have the tendency to form bonds with others, meaning, that human persons can also find meaning in life when they open themselves to others.

• True

• False

When we have genuine relationships with others, we not only share in each other’s happiness but we also bring happiness to others.

• True

• False

The human person is an embodied spirit or the unity of a body and a spirit. The body grows and dies, while the soul continues to exist even after the body has passed.

• True

• False

Accepting the fact that we have a limited time in this world allows us to determine the course of our life – to paint a picture of how our life will progress and how we envision it to end.

• True

• False

The person exercising his/her freedom is the author and protagonist who determines the development and conclusion of his or her life story.

• True

• False