EXISTENTIALISM

By:

Nur Safawanie binti Mohd.Syahril Siti Amerah binti Ramli Hasfiyah binti Assan Rosman bin Drahman Hamzah Shibli

DEFINITION
Existent

Existentialism

A thing that is real and exists

The theory that humans are free and responsible for their own actions in a world without meaning. (Oxford Dictionary) Example: it teaches that God does not exist or cannot be known and affirms individuality and freedom

MAIN CONCEPT
Have free will Humans are responsible Decisions are void of negative consequence Each person acts and decides as an individual (grouping) The world is indifferent towards humanity.

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On their trip when her husband and children get out of the car to sighted, Mrs. Das sits in the car, eating snacks, she offers to no one else, wearing her sunglasses as a barrier, and painting her nails. Explaination: Each person acts and decides as an individual. Even though Mr Kapasi was next to her, she didnt offer the snacks to Mr Kapasi. This shows that Mrs Das is selfish.

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The family looked Indian but dressed as foreigners did, the children in stiff, brightly coloured clothing and caps with translucent visors. Explaination: Free will The individual is free to make choice that can shape their own life.

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Wheres Mina?. Mr Das asked. Mr Kapasi found it strange that Mr.Das should refer to his wife by her first name when speaking to the little girl. Explaination Humans are responsible for their own action. The parents chose to be called by their name.

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Mr. Kapasi took his branch and shooed them away, hissing at the ones that remained, stomping his feet to scare them. The animals retreated slowly, with a measured gait, obedient but unintimidated. Mr. Kapasi gathered Bobby in his arms and brought him back to where his parents and siblings were standing. Explaination: The world is indifferent towards humanity. The parents seem dont care about Bobby even though Tina already warned them about the monkeys.

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A brave little boy, Mr. Kapasi commented. Its not so surprising, Mrs. Das said. No? Hes not his. I beg your pardon. Rajs. Hes not Rajs son. Explaination This shows that the consequences of the action that had been taken by Mrs.Das.