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Philosophy Friday Graham Greene

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Agenda O Learn a bit of biography on Graham Greene (not the actor) O Reflect on some of his quotes O End Goal: Do you agree with the thinking of Greene?

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Bio: Graham Greene O 1904-1991 O Shy and sensitive, but a still a rebel O Themes: treachery and betrayal O Writing saved him!

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Bio: Graham Greene O Worked at several magazines and publications and the quit to become self- employed writer O Still rebel O WHAT A PERSONAL LIFE!!!!!

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Connection to TOK O Well known for interesting writings on psychological motivations O Writing is therapeutic!

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Quote 1 O In human relationships, kindness and lies are worth a thousand truths. Graham Greene O What does this quote mean? O Is it true?

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Quote 2 O The world doesnt make any heroes anymore. Graham Greene O Agree? Disagree? O Who are some of the true heroes that you see in your history class?

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Quote 3 O Its a strange thing to discover and to believe that you are loved when you know that there is nothing in your for anybody but a parent or God to love. Graham Greene O What is there to love about your partner? O What is there to love about yourself?

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Quote 4 O Sooner or laterone has to take sides. If one is to remain human. O What are some issues in our society that you need to take sides on? Be specific. O THINK: Current events!

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Quote 5 O The world was in her heart already, like the small spot of decay in a fruit. Graham Green, The Power and the Glory O What does this quote mean? O What is it saying about society? O Do you agree with it?

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Quote 6 O Never presume yours is a better morality. Graham Greene O How do you know that your ethics and morals are correct? O Are they?