Deck 39: James C Scott, Scotts Law of Anarchist Calisthenics From Two Cheers for Anarchism: Six Easy Pieces on Autonomy, Dignity, and Meaningful Work and Play

Question 1

"Anarchist Calisthenics" is described by James Scott as

A) small exercises in breaking rules that make little sense in specific contexts, in order to be prepared to think for oneself when it really matters.
B) preparation for protests and demonstrations that require acts of civil disobedience.
C) the false promises of libertarian politicians to "free people of government restraints and regulations."
D) exercise that goes against prescriptions of coaches and trainers but opens our minds and hearts to new possibilities for health.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

In James Scott's essay, "Anarchist Calisthenics," who was acting like an anarchist?

A) young children heedless of the norms and regulations of the society around them
B) students in Hong Kong and Beijing who challenged the authority of the Chinese Communist Party
C) James Scott
D) Scott's university students, when he allowed them to devise their own assignments and give themselves grades

Answer 2

C

Question 3

What are at odds, according to James Scott, when people engage in "anarchist calisthenics"?

A) religious beliefs and secular laws
B) de facto law and de jure law
C) our belief in what's right and our ambitions to get ahead and be successful
D) social pressure to conform and our own sense of reasoned judgment

Answer 3

D

Question 4

James Scott ("Anarchist Calisthenics") describes his experiences in

A) the operating room of his wife's surgery.
B) prison.
C) graduate school.
D) Germany and the Netherlands.