Aristotle's View on Values and Living Well Quiz
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What does Aristotle consider as practical thinking?

  • Acting without any purpose in mind
  • Following the path of least resistance
  • Pursuing multiple goals simultaneously
  • Considering the goal and the means to reach it (correct)
  • What does Aristotle believe are the real goods that one should seek to obtain in order to live well?

  • Recognition and fame
  • Happiness and fulfillment
  • Wealth and material possessions
  • Not provided (correct)
  • In Aristotle's view, what is purposeful action?

  • Acting with some end, goal, or purpose in mind (correct)
  • Acting based on impulse and emotion
  • Acting randomly without a specific aim
  • Acting to impress others and gain recognition
  • According to Aristotle, what is the relationship between ends and means in practical thinking?

    <p>The means chosen depend on the goal one is aiming at</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper function or excellence of a thing, according to Aristotle's Ethics?

    <p>Activity of the soul in accordance with virtue over a lifetime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Aristotle, what is the final end of human life?

    <p>To flourish and live well</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes human virtue (Arete) from activities like simply living and growing, according to Aristotle?

    <p>The use of reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Aristotle, how is good character developed?

    <p>Through constant practice and guidance from good leaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Aristotle consider as the function of man?

    <p>Activity of soul in accordance with reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Aristotle believe leads to good habits and ultimately a good character?

    <p>Virtuous acts (following the Mean)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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