Philosophical Reflections by Gabriel Marcel

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Who theorized that language functions reside on the left hemisphere of the brain?

  • No one theorized this
  • Dr. Ned Herrmann
  • Paul Broca (correct)
  • Dr. Roger Sperry

Which part of the brain is associated with analytical thinking, critical-thinking, and logical reasoning?

  • Neocortex (correct)
  • Limbic System
  • Reptilian Complex
  • Whole Brain

Who explained that the brain has two hemispheres that work differently from each other?

  • Paul Broca
  • Dr. Ned Herrmann
  • No one explained this
  • Dr. Roger Sperry (correct)

Which theory describes the brain as having distinct parts such as neocortex, limbic system, and reptilian complex?

<p>Truine Brain Theory (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Latin meaning of 'Emotions'?

<p>&quot;To move or upset or agitated&quot; (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Brain Dominance Theory, how many parts does the brain have?

<p>Four (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary emotions identified by Paul Eckman?

<p>Fear, disgust, anger (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of love is described as practical and long term?

<p>Pragma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of love involves the game of seduction and fun without seeing the relationship as permanent?

<p>Ludus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which emotions are considered positive?

<p>Appreciation, enthusiasm, trust (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ability to perceive, interpret, and use emotions to relate to others effectively and constructively called?

<p>Emotional Quotient (EQ) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for emotional bonding between two people built upon mutual experiences and shared interests?

<p>Friendship (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which emotion is described as an altruistic, selfless love with spiritual value?

<p>Agape (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristics are typical of a family according to the text?

<p>Support, trust, regular interactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of love involves passionate feelings when first falling in love?

<p>Eros (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of emotions are described as unpleasant and disruptive emotional reactions that sap your energy and undermine your effectiveness?

<p>Worry, resentment, anxiety (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Gabriel Marcel, what is the primary reflection?

<p>The ability to think logically and evaluate arguments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of philosophical reflection according to Gabriel Marcel?

<p>To look deeper into our experiences and see the bigger picture of reality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the allegory of the cave, what does Plato suggest about the shadows on the wall?

<p>Only shadows are the truth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ayn Rand describe epistemology as?

<p>A science devoted to discovering the proper method of acquiring and validating knowledge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of philosophical reflection as suggested by Gabriel Marcel?

<p>It is a gateway of looking at things in life (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does primary reflection enable us to do?

<p>Think logically and evaluate arguments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of validating knowledge, as per the text?

<p>Reality, inference, perception (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theory defines truth as the way things actually are based on facts?

<p>Correspondence theory (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary premise of an argument provided in the text?

<p>Peter, John, and Simon can speak (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which emotions are considered positive?

<p>Love and happiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes opinion from truth, as per the text?

<p>Consensus by majority (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which inference process is mentioned in the text as a reasoning process?

<p>Concept, proposition, perception (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the theory that suggests a belief or statement is true if it has a useful application in the world?

<p>Pragmatic theory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Reality inference perception proposition' refers to which process mentioned in the text?

<p>'Validation process' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Belief or statement is true if it has a useful application in the world' relates to which theory discussed in the text?

<p>'Pragmatic theory' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'I have a body I can breathe' is used as an example to prove what according to the text?

<p>'I am alive and well' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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