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What does the term 'Philosophy' originate from?
What does the term 'Philosophy' originate from?
Philosophy and science investigate the same types of questions.
Philosophy and science investigate the same types of questions.
False
What are the key areas of philosophy explored?
What are the key areas of philosophy explored?
Epistemology, Ethics, Ontology, Anthropology
Philosophy begins when everyday understanding is disrupted, seeking __________ knowledge and meaning in uncertainty.
Philosophy begins when everyday understanding is disrupted, seeking __________ knowledge and meaning in uncertainty.
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Match the following concepts from epistemology with their definitions:
Match the following concepts from epistemology with their definitions:
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Which of the following describes skepticism in epistemology?
Which of the following describes skepticism in epistemology?
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Can you explain Aristotle's concept of true knowledge?
Can you explain Aristotle's concept of true knowledge?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the skeptical arguments mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT one of the skeptical arguments mentioned?
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Realism trusts empirical science and cognitive reliability.
Realism trusts empirical science and cognitive reliability.
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What is the definition of Ontology?
What is the definition of Ontology?
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The Arkhé defined by Anaximenes is _____ .
The Arkhé defined by Anaximenes is _____ .
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Match the philosophers with their key concepts:
Match the philosophers with their key concepts:
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According to skepticism, our knowledge of the world relies on what?
According to skepticism, our knowledge of the world relies on what?
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Plato believed that the physical world is perfect and eternal.
Plato believed that the physical world is perfect and eternal.
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What did Parmenides assert about existence?
What did Parmenides assert about existence?
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Aristotle's concept of _____ refers to the transition from potential to act.
Aristotle's concept of _____ refers to the transition from potential to act.
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Which philosopher noted that 'you cannot step into the same river twice'?
Which philosopher noted that 'you cannot step into the same river twice'?
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Kant believed that metaphysics should focus on an independent reality without human cognition.
Kant believed that metaphysics should focus on an independent reality without human cognition.
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What does metaphysics primarily explore?
What does metaphysics primarily explore?
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In Kant's four questions, the question regarding 'what can we do?' relates to _____
In Kant's four questions, the question regarding 'what can we do?' relates to _____
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Match the following philosophers with their focus or view:
Match the following philosophers with their focus or view:
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What is the metaphysical question that asks, 'What exists?'
What is the metaphysical question that asks, 'What exists?'
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Epistemology examines the nature of reality.
Epistemology examines the nature of reality.
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What paradox illustrates the problem of identity and change?
What paradox illustrates the problem of identity and change?
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Kant’s approach to metaphysics is often described as a _____ turn.
Kant’s approach to metaphysics is often described as a _____ turn.
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Which statement best describes Aristotle's approach to essence?
Which statement best describes Aristotle's approach to essence?
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What significant event marked the shift from a geocentric to a heliocentric view of the universe?
What significant event marked the shift from a geocentric to a heliocentric view of the universe?
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The Copernican Revolution led to the endorsement of traditional beliefs by the Church.
The Copernican Revolution led to the endorsement of traditional beliefs by the Church.
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Name one philosophical trend that emerged during the 17th and 18th centuries.
Name one philosophical trend that emerged during the 17th and 18th centuries.
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The _________ challenged the notion of a finite universe by suggesting an infinite number of stars.
The _________ challenged the notion of a finite universe by suggesting an infinite number of stars.
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Match the following periods with their primary focuses:
Match the following periods with their primary focuses:
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Which philosopher contributed to understanding the foundations of ethics?
Which philosopher contributed to understanding the foundations of ethics?
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Ethics seeks to determine universal principles behind moral judgments.
Ethics seeks to determine universal principles behind moral judgments.
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What is the primary concern of moral dilemmas?
What is the primary concern of moral dilemmas?
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According to the principles of moral action, the __________ relates to the outcomes of actions being evaluated as moral.
According to the principles of moral action, the __________ relates to the outcomes of actions being evaluated as moral.
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Match the historical event with its outcome:
Match the historical event with its outcome:
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What does the concept of freedom relate to in moral action?
What does the concept of freedom relate to in moral action?
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Moral experience can occur even in the absence of external consequences.
Moral experience can occur even in the absence of external consequences.
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What transformation did Columbus' discovery of America trigger in European culture?
What transformation did Columbus' discovery of America trigger in European culture?
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Ethics is the philosophical study of __________.
Ethics is the philosophical study of __________.
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What worldview did Copernicus' theories challenge?
What worldview did Copernicus' theories challenge?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Philosophy
- Philosophy originated from the Greek words "philein" (to love) and "sophia" (wisdom), meaning "love of wisdom."
- Philosophy begins with wonder, doubt, and experience.
- Philosophical inquiries address fundamental questions about life, existence, and knowledge.
- Key concepts include thinking and consciousness, exploring how humans interpret reality through thoughts.
- Philosophy differentiates itself from science which studies measurable reality and religion rooted in faith.
- Philosophical inquiry arises from experiences, wonder, and doubt, questioning existing assumptions.
Core Areas of Philosophy
- Epistemology: The study of knowledge and its limits. What can we know?
- Ethics: The study of moral principles and values. What should we do?
- Ontology: The study of being and existence. What is reality?
- Anthropology: The study of humankind. What is man?
Philosophy’s Triad (Platonic Structure)
- God: Examining the nature of the divine and its relation to philosophy.
- Self: Exploring transcendental philosophy regarding the self.
Summary
- Philosophy begins with experience, questions, and doubts surrounding human life and the world.
- Philosophy seeks to understand reality, knowledge, morality, and humanity through critical exploration.
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Explore the foundations of philosophy, including its origins, core areas like epistemology, ethics, ontology, and anthropology. Delve into how philosophical inquiries arise from human experiences and the search for knowledge, morality, and existence. This quiz will challenge your understanding of these fundamental concepts.
