How Altruism Evolved in Humans

How Altruism Evolved in Humans

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Religious Studies, Biology, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the concept of altruism, its presence in religious teachings, and its puzzling nature from an evolutionary perspective. It discusses biological altruism in animals, particularly vervet monkeys, and introduces the inclusive fitness theory, which explains altruism through kinship. The video also covers directed altruism, empathy, and the role of cultural evolution and religion in promoting altruistic behavior.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common theme across many world religions that is also a focus of this video?

Selfishness

Altruism

Competition

Isolation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which animal is known for making alarm calls to warn others of predators, as discussed in the video?

Vampire bats

Vervet monkeys

Elephants

Honey bees

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What theory suggests that organisms are more likely to help their relatives?

Social contract theory

Natural selection theory

Game theory

Inclusive fitness theory

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ability is closely tied to the evolution of directed altruism in humans?

Memory

Speed

Empathy

Physical strength

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the video, what is directed altruism?

Helping only family members

Altruism in response to another's need or distress

Selfish behavior

Ignoring others' needs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does religion play in the evolution of altruism, as discussed in the video?

It has no role

It encourages cooperation and prosocial behaviors

It promotes competition

It discourages cooperation

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the debate between inclusive fitness theorists and those who apply Darwinian logic to culture about?

The role of cultural evolution in altruism

The role of technology in evolution

The importance of physical strength

The significance of diet in evolution

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