Technology
What does Pope Francis say about technology itself?
It is a gift and a tool that can be used for good or bad.
What is our "common home"?
The Earth
What should guide scientific and technological progress?
Ethics
Technology is always harmful.
False
What should humans care for?
Our common home
Name one positive contribution of technology mentioned in the chapter.
Medicine, communication, engineering, transportation, or scientific research.
Name one environmental problem discussed in the chapter.
Pollution, climate change, resource depletion, or destruction of ecosystems.
Why is responsibility important when using technology?
Because technology can be used for good or harm.
Pope Francis believes science and technology have improved human life.
True
According to Pope Francis, work gives people what?
Dignity and personal growth.
According to Pope Francis, what is the "technocratic paradigm"?
The belief that technology and economic growth can solve every problem.
According to Pope Francis, everything is __________.
Connected.
Name one technology Pope Francis says has great benefits but also risks.
Nuclear energy, biotechnology, AI (modern example), or genetic modification.
The environment and human dignity are closely connected.
True
What should never be sacrificed for technological progress?
Human dignity