Question

Patriotism can be viewed as one consequence of: select one:

a. our inherent nobility.
b. our evolved capacity for indoctrination
c. our capacity to be mesmerized by flags.
d. colors that don't run.

Answer 1

Patriotism can be viewed as one consequence of our evolved capacity for indoctrination.

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Most people are patriotic but that doesn't mean that they are all born in a nobility. The setting that we live in makes us believe in a set of beliefs that are specific to that place.

These beliefs are often related to the country and are usually only about its positives. We believe in the positive things that are told to us about our country simply.

Because we get indoctrinated to believe that only the positives are true. That is probably why most people are patriotic.

Answer 2

Patriotism can be viewed as one consequence of: select one:
a. our inherent nobility.
b. our evolved capacity for indoctrination
c. our capacity to be mesmerized by flags.
d. colors that don't run.

The answer is (c) since (a) is false because we are usually self-centered, while (c) and (d) are downright ridiculous.