10 Questions
Idealism is a philosophy that argues that the only thing actually knowable is:
Consciousness
In idealism, what is considered the fundamental reality?
Ideas or thoughts
Which ancient philosopher is mentioned in the text as being associated with idealism?
Plato
What does the term 'idealism' also commonly refer to in general parlance?
A person's high ideals actively pursued as a goal
Where has idealism continued to be alive in modern times?
Contemporary religious studies and certain aspects of moral philosophy
According to the passage, idealism argues that the ultimate nature of reality is based on:
Mind or ideas
What does idealism argue are the only things knowable?
Consciousness or the contents of consciousness
According to idealism, what is the main tenant of the truest reality?
Ideas and knowledge
Some narrow versions of idealism argue that our understanding of reality reflects the workings of:
Our mind
What does idealism argue reality is somehow dependent upon?
The mind
Test your knowledge of the metaphysical and epistemological doctrine that ideas or thoughts make up fundamental reality. Explore various viewpoints on consciousness, existence, and the nature of reality.
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