Senior High School

Introduction to
the Philosophy of
 the Human Person
Quarter 1 – Module 4:
The Human Person in the
Environment
Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person – Senior High School
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 4: The Human Person in the Environment
First Edition, 2020

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Introduction to
the Philosophy of
the Human Person
Quarter 1 – Module 4:
The Human Person in the
Environment
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Introduction to the Philosophy of the

Human Person Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM)
Module on The Human Person in the Environment!

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 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you

in mind. It is here to help you master the human
person in the environment. The scope of this
module permits it to be used in many different
learning situations. The language used recognizes
the diverse vocabulary level of students. The
lessons are arranged to follow the standard
sequence of the course. But the order in which
you read them can be changed to correspond with
the textbook you are now using.

The module is divided into three lessons, namely:

• Lesson 1 The Environmental Philosophy

• Lesson 2 Environmental Ethics and Protection

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. discuss the philosophical views and how they influence human action
regarding the environment;
2. notice disorder in their environment;
3. notice things that are not in their proper places;
4. organize things in aesthetic manner;
5. show that care for the environment contributes to health, well-being, and
sustainable development; and
6. demonstrate the virtues of prudence and frugality towards
the environment.

What I Know

MULTIPLE CHOICE. Read the following items carefully. Write the letter of the
correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. This paradigm recognizes an inherent worth/intrinsic value of other beings

aside from their utility. It emphasizes the interdependence of organisms within
ecosystems and that if ecosystems with each other within the biosphere.
a. Deep Ecology
b. Ecofeminism
c. Environment

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 d. Social Ecology

2. What do you call the paradigm that seeks to eradicate all the forms of social
injustice, not just injustice against women and the environment?
a. Deep Ecology
b. Ecofeminism
c. Environment
d. Social Ecology

3. This refers to the sum total of all surroundings of a living organism including
natural forces and other living things which provide conditions for development
and growth as well as of danger and damage.
a. Deep Ecology
b. Ecofeminism
c. Environment
d. Social Ecology

4. What kind of philosophical view that believes maintaining order in the

environment will bring out the natural beauty of the surroundings and
contribute to the well-being of the people and other organisms living in it?
a. Environmentalism
b. Environmental justice
c. Environmental aesthetic
d. Environmental philosophy

5. The following are common environmental problems, EXCEPT for one: a. Acid
rain
b. Air pollution
c. Forestation
d. Water pollution

6. Which of the following views places great value on ecosystem and biological
communities?
a. Anthropocentrism
b. Biocentrism
c. Eco-centrism
d. Environmentalism

7. Which of the following views considers man as the most important species on
the planet?
a. Anthropocentrism
b. Biocentrism
c. Eco-centrism
d. Environmentalism

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8. What do you call the discipline in philosophy that is concerned with the natural
environment?
a. Environmentalism
b. Environmental justice
c. Environmental aesthetic
d. Environmental philosophy

9. Which of the following perspectives advocates action to address environmental

problems?
a. Anthropocentrism
b. Biocentrism
c. Eco-centrism
d. Environmentalism

10.What do you call the moral approach in analyzing the relationship between
humans and the environment?
a. Environmentalism
b. Environmental justice
c. Environmental aesthetic
d. Environmental philosophy

11.Ben ensures that his business activities do not unduly disrupt the ecosystems
and human communities located in the area. Ben practices ___________. a.
Equity
b. Frugality
c. Economic Efficiency
d. Environment Integrity

12.This refers to prudence in decision-making regarding the use of resources to

ensure that there is minimum to zero waste.
a. Equity
b. Frugality
c. Economic Efficiency
d. Environment Integrity

13.On this type of sustainable development, we are demanded that we use our
natural resources in such a manner that these are conserved so that the next
generations will be able to use them.
a. Equity
b. Frugality
c. Economic Efficiency
d. Environment Integrity

14. What do you call the concept that advocates the wise and efficient use of
natural resources?

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 e. Environmental Aesthetic
f. Environmental Ethics
g. Environmental Justice
h. Sustainable Development

15.Talia wants to help her community in resolving prolonged issue about waste
pollution, what is the best thing that Talia can do? a. Brag how clean their
house is
b. Let her neighborhood do the job
c. Ask the Brgy. Officials to do it for the fellow people
d. Advocate how to do simple recycling and garbage sorting

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 Lesson
The Environmental
1 Philosophy
At the end of this lesson you are expected to:

1. Define what is environmental philosophy is;

2. Identify things that are not in their proper place and the different aesthetic ways
to organize it; and
3. To show appreciation on the importance of human person in the environment.

What’s In
Hooray for a new day! Before jumping to our new
lesson, let us try this one.

Identify the terms being described in the following

statements . Write your answer on a separate sheet of
paper :

1. This term refers to man as species and distinguishes

man from other animals .
2. This is t he ability to overcome one’s limitations.
3. This refers to the intangible element that enables us to exercise thought,
possess awareness, and reach out to the outside world and others.
4. This refers to the capability to reach out and interact with others and the world.
5. This refers to the capability of persons to make choices and decisions based on
their own preferences, monitor and regulate their actions, and be goal-oriented
and self-directed.

Notes to the Teacher

Facilitator will instruct the students to answer the given questions
before proceeding to the new lesson!

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 What’s New

Have you ever asked yourself why we ever came to this point of experiencing a
pandemic that brought big changes in our lives? Are we responsible for what is
happening in the whole world? Do we care enough for our environment?

Based on researches, our environment has changed so much and it changed for
the worse, sadly we are responsible for this. What have we done? Can we not go
back to the usual and not let this new normal to happen?

ACTIVITY 1

Observable Changes in My Environment

List at least five (5) major observable changes in our environment.

Observable changes in the environment

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

What is It

As we feel responsible for what is happening in our environment, we need to bear

in our mind that we are part of the world, and we significantly affect our
environment in the same way that changes in our surroundings
affect us.

Human Person
in the
Environment
Have you realized something? Are you part of
HumanthePerson
cause? Remember that no matter our action
A human person is a living being as well.
will be, it can affect our environment
that contains a real and existing to direct

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its own development toward fulfilment through perfect, unconditional,
and infinite truth, love, goodness, beauty, and unity, and will do so if all the proper
conditions are met. (Spitzer 1999)

Environment
It is the sum total of all surroundings of a living organism, including natural forces
and other living things, which provide conditions for development and growth as
well as of danger and damage. (Endriga 2017)

This means that as human person, we interact not only with our fellow human
beings, but also with other living and non-living elements in our environment. Like
other sciences, philosophy also seeks to explore the relationship between humanity
and the environment through environmental philosophy or environmental ethics.

Environmental Philosophy or Environmental Ethics

Environmental philosophy or environmental ethics as defined by Abella (2016), is
the discipline that studies the moral relationship of human beings with the
environment and its non-human contents.

He also described environmental philosophers as philosophers who tackle issues

that is related to humanity’s role in the natural world, the interaction between
nature and human activities, and humanity’s response to environmental
challenges. And that environmental philosophers have radical views which argue
that a paradigm shift or cultural revolution is what will save all from ecological
crisis.

The Three Main Paradigms:

1. Deep Ecology – is a contemporary ecological philosophy. Proponents were

disillusioned with existing modes of depletion of natural resources and the heavy
pollution they cause. It emerged as a reaction to this shallow ecological point of
view. It also recognizes an inherent worth/intrinsic value of other beings aside from
their utility. It emphasizes the interdependence of organisms within ecosystems and
that if ecosystems with each other within the biosphere (Arne Naes-1970s)

2. Social Ecology – is an offshoot of the movement against domination of existing

hierarchical structures in society that pre-empt the development of the full
nature of an individual. Bookchin (2011), on his article ecological problem states
that our present ecological problems cannot be clearly understood, much less
resolved, without resolutely dealing with problems within society. (BookChin
2011)

3. Ecofeminism – is a reaction against male domination and the corresponding

oppression of women, there is superiority and subordination. On ecofeminism
men are assumed to be superior to women and nature, which result domination
and exploitation. As we try to link feminism with ecology, it seeks to eradicate all

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 the forms of social injustice, not just injustice against women and the
environment. Ecofeminism believes that a society characterized by a mentality
that tolerates the oppression of women is directly linked with its tendency to
tolerate abuse of the environment and the degradation of nature. (Vinzsons
2016)

ACTIVITY 2
Environmental Issues and Alternative Solution
Think of three environmental issues. Suggest or give alternative solutions using
the three main paradigms.

Environmental Solution using Solution using Solution using

Issues/Problems Deep Ecology Social Ecology Ecofeminism
1.

2.

3.

Remember that we are part of the environment. Our actions can damage our
environment and by doing so we can also damage our relationships to other
humans which are least capable in defending themselves; the poor
and even the future generation will be affected.
What’s More

ACTIVITY 3
Transformation Challenge
DIRECTIONS: Based on the photos indicated in column 1, look for an improved
version of the photos provided. Use an old printed material. Cut and paste photos
that show visible positive transformation of the photos in Column 1.

COLUMN 1-BEFORE COLUMN 2-AFTER

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Environmental Aesthetics
Beautiful surroundings are better to see, compare to a place that is full of garbage.
As to Abella (2016), environmental aesthetics are a philosophical view that believes
maintaining order in the environment will bring out the natural beauty of the
surroundings and contribute to the well-being of the people and other organisms
living in it. The orderliness that we see in our surroundings is what environmental
aesthetics mean, and how can we able to maintain such? That is what
environmental ethics do, it is the appreciation of natural beauty that brings about
the concern for the environment and helps people relate more effectively with
nature to create a place with beautiful surroundings.

Despite how good the concept of environmental aesthetics and ethics, we are living
in a place where human persons thrive best which later results in disorders that
rise to several problems and challenges for humankind. Since a human person is a
rational being, we are not only capable of transforming the world, but also of
understanding the laws which govern nature. According to Abella (2016), it can be
said that the world is a text which the person can read and understand to live a
better life. He may treat it as:

o A source of raw materials to be used in any way he pleases o As

something that envelops and surrounds him, and thus has a unique
relationship with it
In the simplest thought, this means that persons can help the environment
become greater than what it originally is. (Abella, Introduction to the Philosophy of
the Human Person 2016)

What I Have Learned

1. The human person is a living being that can transform things in a way that can
suit them.

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2. Environment is the totality of what surrounds us.
3. Environment philosophy is a branch of philosophy that is concerned with the
natural environment and humanity’s place in it. It deals with issues concerning
humanity’s role in the world, the interaction between the nature and humans,
and human response to environmental challenges.
4. Deep Ecology refers to the controlling attitude of humankind is extended to
nature, when in fact, humanity is part of nature.
5. Destroying nature is a reflection wherein few people overpower others while
exploiting the environment for profit or self-interest can be seen on social
ecology.
6. Ecofeminism relates to whatever is “superior” is entitled to whatever is
“inferior.
7. Aesthetic nature refers to an organize nature. No harm and no damages, which
human person must be responsible.

What I Can Do

DIRECTION: Elaborate this quotation from Mohith Agad, “Environment is no one’s

property to destroy; it’s everyone’s responsibility to protect.” Use the space provided.
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Have a short reflection on your explanation; I hope you will now understand that it
is everyone’s responsibility to protect the environment. So, what are you waiting
for? Act now!
You will be graded using this rubric:
Category Above Meets Approaching Below
Expectations/4 Expectations/ 3 Expectations/ 2 Expectations/ 1
Reflective Thinking The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection
explains the explains the attempts to does not address
student’s own student’s demonstrate the student’s
thinking and thinking about thinking about thinking and/or
learning his/her own learning but is learning.
processes, as learning vague and/or
well as processes. unclear about the
implications for personal learning
future learning process.
Analysis The reflection is The reflection is The reflection The reflection
an in-depth an analysis of the attempts to does not move
analysis of the learning analyze the beyond a
learning experience and learning description of the
experience, the the value of the experience but learning
value of the

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 derived learning derived learning the value of the experience.
to self or others, to self or others. learning to the
and the student or others
enhancement of is vague and/or
the student’s unclear.
appreciation for
the discipline.
Making The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection
Connections articulates articulates attempts to does not
multiple connections articulate articulate any
connections between this connections connection to
between this learning between this other learning or
learning experience and learning experiences.
experience and content from experience and
content from other courses, content from
other courses, past learning other courses,
past learning, life experiences, past learning
experiences and/or future experiences, or
and/or future goals. personal goals,
goals. but the
connection is
vague and/or
unclear.
(earlycollegeconference.org n.d.)

Additional Activities

Make a slogan about environmental philosophy and how human person affects the
environment.

o It must be written on a letter-sized bond paper

o maximum of 20 words o use English as medium
Rubric for grading:
Category 4 3 2 1 Score
Craftsmanship The slogan is The slogan is The slogan is The slogan is
exceptionally attractive in acceptably distractingly
attractive in terms of attractive messy.
terms of neatness. though it may
neatness. Good be a bit messy.
Wellconstructed construction
and not messy. and not very
messy.
Creativity Slogan is Slogan is Slogan is The slogan
exceptionally creative and a creative and does not
creative. A lot of good amount some thought reflect any
thought and of thought was was put into degree of
effort was used put into decorating it. creativity.
to make the decorating it.

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 banner.
Originality Exceptional Good use of Average use of No use of
use of new new ideas and new ideas and new ideas
ideas and originality to originality to and
originality to create slogan. create slogan. originality to
create slogan. create slogan.
Grammar There are no There is 1 There are 2 There are more
grammatical grammatical grammatical than 2
mistakes on mistake on the mistakes on grammatical
the poster. poster. the poster. mistakes on
the poster
(www.rcampus.com n.d.)

Lesson
Environmental Ethics and
2 Protection
At the end of this lesson you are expected to:

1. Define what is environmental ethics and ways to uphold

environmentalism and care for nature;
2. Identify ecological crisis and its relation to human behavior and social
problems; and
3. Show appreciation and support on environmental preservation and
development.

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 What’s In

Ready? Let us have some warm up before proceeding to our

new lesson.

Read the given statement and elaborate it b ased on

your own understanding. W rite your answer on the
space provided.

“No man is an island, entire of itself; everyman is a piece of the continent, a part of
the main- John Donne”
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Notes to the Teacher

Facilitator will instruct the students to answer the given questions
before proceeding to the new lesson.

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 What’s New

Have you ever experience protecting something or someone that you cared for?
How does it feel to protect them? Can you still remember the things that you do to
protect them? Fill out the form below.

ACTIVITY 1
Sharing is Caring!
Things that I do to protect something or someone…

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

As individuals, we play a major role in our environment. This new normal is one of
the hardest situations we have been experiencing so far. Do you think we can still
do something to protect our environment? Or do you think that we failed to give
something in return to the environment? We failed to be caretakers of our precious
environment? Are you not afraid to lose it? What can you do as human being?

What is It

Environmental Ethics
Environmental Ethics as defined by Abella (2016), is a
moral approach that analyses the relationship between
humans and the environment. He further adds that
environmental ethics discuss environmental problems
caused by human activities and social issues that impact
the environment and that environmental ethics serves as a
basis for reflecting on how our actions show our regard for
nature and it also guides us in upholding the welfare of
the environment and everything in it.
Human has its direct effect on our surrounding, thus,
create our direct responsibility to care on our immediate surroundings.

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 Abella (2016), presented the three major views regarding the relationship between
humanity and the environment, namely:

1. Anthropocentrism – focuses on the significant role of humankind in the world

and considers nature as the means by which humans are able to meet their
needs and survive. This view believes that humans are the most important
species on the planet and they are free to transform nature and use its
resources. (Abella 2016)
2. Biocentrism – believes that humans are not the only significant species on
the planet, and that all other organisms have inherent value and should be
protected. This view advocates ethical treatment of animals. (Abella 2016)
3. Ecocentrism – places great value on ecosystems and biological communities.
This view believes that humankind is a part of a greater biological system or
community and that we have a significant role as stewards or guardians of
nature. This view promotes the idea that order and balance in nature brings
about stability and beauty. (Abella 2016)
To understand more the influence of humanity on the environment, we need to
consider that the individual person is a dynamic source of change within his
environment and that his actions can directly affect his surroundings.

If we fail to do our part in protecting the environment, we might experience

different catastrophe. Here are the following different environmental problems:

1. Air pollution refers to the contamination of the air in the atmosphere, (Veetil
2012).
2. Water Pollution is caused by oil spill, acid rain and other hazardous chemicals
that mixed with water, (SEPA 2012).
3. Acid rain occurs when the harmful gases like nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides
are released into the atmosphere through burning of fossil fuels and
combustion of vehicle engines. (US-EPA 2017).
4. Climate change refers to an increase in the average global temperatures.
(climate.nasa.gov 2020)
5. Deforestation is one of the environmental problems which refer to the cutting of
trees for agricultural, industrial, housing or urban use. (philonotes.com n.d)
6. Depletion of natural resources is the reduction of natural resources.
(philonotes.com n.d)
7. Depletion of our Ozone Layer exhaustion of the ozone layer due to
Hydrochlofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), (US-
EPA 2017).
8. Waste pollution is due to overpopulation, lack of education on waste
management and technological advancement. (philonotes.com n.d)
9. Acidification and Increase in Sea/Ocean Temperature, the rapid increase in sea
level and ocean temperature. (philonotes.com n.d)
10. Overpopulation, the problem of overpopulation may give way to the rise of other
environment problems, such as pollution, depletion of natural resources,
shortages of clean water, fuel and food. (philonotes.com n.d)

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 Despite of the continuous threats we are facing, many of us are still unaware of
our own responsibilities. We fail to recognize that we are too dependent on the
environment. (philonotes.com n.d)

What’s More

ACTIVITY 1
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) launches different
environmental program that aimed at raising public awareness on environmental
challenges hounding our country.
Our current situation may be a product of our failure to protect our environment.
Let us not make our country experience pollution, let us do this activity.

Act Responsibly!

1. You were hired by the DENR to be one of the specialists in solving different
environmental issues;
2. choose one environmental issues stated above; and
3. list down four best solutions that can help us address our current
environmental problem using the web diagram below.

Solution no.1
Solution no. 2
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Environmental
Problem
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Solution no. 4
Solution no. 3 _____________
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How do you feel to be part of the solution? How can the humanity help to restore
the damages on our environment? It true that we can harm our environment but it
is very much true that we can protect it as well. We, as humans, we failed but
accepting and doing our responsibility towards our nature, surely, we can win as
humans.
Environmentalism is one of the important developments during the twentieth
century. This perspective advocates to deal with the growing environmental

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problems. Philosophy has a significant role in the development of environmental
awareness and action.

Upholding Environmentalism and Care for Nature

Understanding that there is a necessity to
address different environmental challenges in or
environment, philosophers act deliberately to
address environmental problems. According to
Abella (2016), environmentalist views have given
rise to varied perspectives regarding the best
means for humanity to act and uphold its
mission as stewards of nature.

The major concept that helps in upholding

environmentalism and care for nature is
sustainability or sustainable development. Based on Abella (2016), environmental
sustainability is the concept that focuses on reconciling human activities and
economic development with the protection of the environment. He also added that
one of the major ideas of sustainability was that we must make wise decisions
regarding the use of natural resources to ensure that there is still enough left for
future use.

Sustainability relies on the three important principles:

1. Environmental integrity- means maintaining the state of the environment,

this means that human activities should not unduly disrupt the ecosystems
and human communities located in the area. (Abella 2016)
2. Economic efficiency- refers to prudence in decision-making regarding the
use of resources to ensure that there is minimum to zero waste. (Abella
2016)
3. Equity- this demands that we use our natural resources in such a manner
that these are conserved so that the next generations will be able to use
them. (Abella 2016)

To guide us in guide us in our own personal use of resources the values of

prudence and frugality can be used:
Prudence- is the ability to regulate one’s actions and behavior. (Abella 2016)
Frugality- is being thrifty with the use of one’s resources. (Abella 2016)

What I Have Learned

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1. Philosophers believe that human beings have a special
relationship with our nature since we are rational being.
We are not only part of nature, but we can shape,
transform, and cultivate it which can also means that we
can inflict the most harm on it.
2. Three Major Philosophical views regarding the person’s
relationship with nature include anthropocentrism,
biocentrism, and ecocentrism.
3. Human activities have a significant impact on the
environment. Thus, resulted to climate change which is one of the most
environmental issues we face today.
4. Environmentalism is a point of view that promotes action to address our
growing environmental problems.
5. Sustainability or sustainable development is a concept that advocates the wise
and efficient use of natural resources. Sustainability relies on the three
important principles: environmental integrity, economic efficiency, and equity.
6. The values of prudence and frugality can guide us in our own personal use of
resources. Prudence is the ability to regulate one’s actions and behavior and
frugality is being thrifty with the use of one’s resources.

What I Can Do
I am part, I will support!
Choose three pressing issues regarding environmental challenges. Create
your own personal campaign on how we can protect our environment.

Environmental Problem Personal Campaign

1.

2.

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As human persons, it is our responsibility to treat with respect not only our fellow
humans, but also everything in the world. Upholding environmentalism and
sustainability will enable us to take the first steps in addressing environmental
issues and contribute to solving the greater environmental challenge of climate
change.

Additional Activities

Take a leap, plant a crop!

DIRECTIONS: Take a photo of you with any member of your family in your garden,
empty pot or plant crops. Paste your picture on the space provided below.

Paste your photo here ☺

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To show our care on the environment, we need start doing it regardless how little
our action is.

Assessment

I. TRUE OR FALSE. The following are statements about environmental philosophy.

On a separate sheet of paper, write TRUE if the sentence is correct, write FALSE
otherwise.

1. Deep ecology has a broad ecological point of view.

2. Ecofeminism gives equal opportunity.
3. Social ecology involves hierarchical structures in society.
4. Environment is the totality of what surrounds as.
5. Environment philosophy is the discipline that studies the moral relationship
of human beings towards its environment and its non-human contents.

II. MULTIPLE CHOICE. Read the following items carefully. Write the letter of the
correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. This is an environmental ethics which shows how important humans and

human welfare are.
a. Anthropocentrism
b. Ecocentrism
c. Biocentrism
d. Ecofeminism

2. An ethics which guides human behavior towards the earth.

a. Social Ethics
b. Environmental Ethics
c. Professional Ethics
d. Psycho Ethics

3. Which of the following views places great value on ecosystem and biological
communities?
a. Eco-centrism
b. Environmentalism
c. Biocentrism
d. Anthropocentrism

4. The following are major impacts of climate change, except:

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 a. Drought
b. Water Scarcity
c. Food shortage
d. Flood Control

5. This view believes that all living organisms have inherent value including
humans.
a. Anthropocentrism
b. Ecocentrism
c. Biocentrism
d. Ecofeminism
III. Match the terms in Column A with the descriptions in Column B. Write your
answer on the space provided.

Column A Column B

1. Prudence a. demands that we use our

2. Frugality natural resources in such a
manner that these are conserved
3. Equity so that the next generations will
4. Economic Efficiency be able to use them
5. Environmental Integrity
b. refers to prudence in
decisionmaking regarding the
use of resources to ensure that
there is
minimum to zero waste

c. is the ability to regulate

one’s
actions and behavior

d. is being thrifty with the

use of
one’s resources

e. refers to maintaining the

state of the environment

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What I Know Assessment
1. A 1. F
2. B 2. F
3. C 3. T
4. C 4. T
5. C 5. T
6. C 6. A
7. A 7. B
8. D 8. A
9. D 9. D
10. C 10. C
11. D 11. C
12. C 12. D
13. A 13. A
14. D 14. B
15. D 15. E
Answer Key
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