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Aquinas Argument for Design and God's Existence Quiz

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According to Dr. Peter Vardy's argument, why does he suggest that everything in nature is directed towards a goal?

Because someone with awareness and understanding must direct it. (correct)

Because nature itself is intelligent and purposeful.

Because everything in nature lacks awareness.

Because every body in nature has awareness and understanding.

How does Aquinas compare the world to an arrow shot from an archer's bow?

The world is directed towards a goal with purpose, just like an arrow shot by an archer. (correct)

The world is constantly changing direction like an arrow in a storm.

The world is aimless and purposeless like a randomly flying arrow.

The world has no direction or purpose like a broken arrow.

What analogy does William Paley use to argue similar points as Aquinas?

A watch (correct)

A compass

A sundial

A telescope

Why does Aquinas argue that every inanimate thing is being directed towards some purpose or goal?

Because God is responsible for directing them. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main problem concerning the Cosmological argument mentioned in the text?

Determining the ultimate explanation between God and the universe itself. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the concept of purpose highly debatable according to the text?

Many opponents of the argument reject the idea that nature has a purpose. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the analogy of finding a watch on a heath in the text?

To illustrate the presence of intelligent design Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion can be drawn upon finding a broken watch on a heath?

It still implies the watch was designed by an intelligent mind Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest one should infer the presence of a designer for the universe?

By recognizing the intricate design in the world Signup and view all the answers

What major criticism of the design argument is discussed in the text?

Criticism from David Hume Signup and view all the answers

Why is it mentioned in the text that one does not need to know the purpose of the watch or universe to infer a designer?

To highlight that design itself implies a designer with a purpose Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher's work is said to have led to criticism of the design argument mentioned in the text?

David Hume Signup and view all the answers