Alienation BASICS!!!
The hunger artist spends long periods fasting alone. What general concept does this represent?
It represents extreme self isolation and existential alienation from human connection.
If someone works but doesn’t decide how their work is used, what is this called?
This is called loss of control over labor, a form of worker alienation.
bad bad choice
your team loses all points. you are at 0 points now!
Why might someone continue doing something even if it makes them unhappy?
Because of habit, social pressure, or lack of alternatives despite dissatisfaction
-300 points
womp womp
If someone feels disconnected from society, what are they experiencing?
They are experiencing social alienation and emotional detachment.
The hunger artist does not decide how long he fasts. What does this represent?
It represents lack of autonomy and explotation by those in power
If something is no longer popular, what usually happens to it?
It is typically abandoned or replaced by newer trends
Is fasting for 40 days considered a social norm?
No it is definitely not a social norm, it is an extreme behavior outside accepted social norms.
-400 points
sorry not sorry
True or False... If a person is surrounded by people, they cannot be alienated.
FALSE!!!!!!!
he hunger artist’s fasting is used to entertain people. What is this called?
This is labor for entertainment and profit.
Why might people stop paying attention to something over time?
Because novelty fades and attention shifts to something more stimulating
Why do people sometimes follow trends?
Because humans are influenced by conformity and the desire to belong
-100 points
yikes
Can someone be surrounded by people and still be alienated?
Yes, because alienation is psychological, not dependent on physical isolation
If we make you all do 5 jumping jacks what would that be called?
Labor. NOW DO 5 JUMPING JACKS
True or False: Society always values things that are meaningful.
FALSE!!!!
Why do people enjoy watching others perform?
Because it satisfies curiosity and provides passive entertainment.
how was the artist feeling?
the artist was feeling deeply misunderstood, isolated, and emotionally unfulfilled
Is alienation always physical, or can it be mental?
It can be both mental and emotional, not just physical separation
If your job drains your soul but looks “cool” to everyone else, are you winning or losing?
You are losing because your labor is benefiting others more than yourself
If something is important but not entertaining, will most people pay attention to it?
Most people will ignore it because it lacks immediate appeal
if someone is barking at you is that considered normal?
no that is considered very abnormal and is socially unacceptable behavior.
what is alienation
when a person feels separated, disconnected, or distant from something important