15 Questions
Who was Aristotle's primary philosophical influence?
Plato
What is the term used to describe philosophical views held by Aristotle or those who adopted or modified his ideas?
Aristotelian
In which city did Aristotle run an important school during his life?
Athens
Who was the student of Socrates and the teacher of Aristotle?
Plato
Which philosopher is known as another one of the most impactful philosophers in history?
Plato
What is the formal cause of a paper cup according to Aristotle's view?
The form that governs it
Which of the following best explains the concept of the mean in Aristotle's ethical theory?
Striving for balance or moderation in virtues
Why is Aristotle's syllogism considered valid regardless of the specific terms used?
Because the structure guarantees validity with true premises
What is the final cause of a cup, according to Aristotle's view?
The reason that justifies its creation
What is the efficient cause of a paper cup according to Aristotle's view?
Whatever generated the physical forces that produced it
What was one key position that Aristotle disagreed with Plato about?
The Theory of Forms
What were the students at Aristotle's school in Athens called?
Peripatetics
What is the starting point from which philosophical mysteries are discovered and examined according to Aristotle?
Phainomena
In Aristotle's logic, what is the central feature of a deductive argument?
Necessity
What type of deductive argument did Aristotle focus much of his work on in logic?
Syllogism
Learn about the highly influential philosopher Aristotle, his life, work, and lasting impact on philosophy and science. Explore the wide range of subjects covered in Aristotle's work and his significant contributions to the field.
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