Introduction to Western Philosophy
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According to Stoicism, what is the path to happiness for humans?

  • Controlling our emotions
  • Becoming a clear and unbiased thinker
  • Pursuing pleasure and avoiding pain
  • Working together and treating others justly (correct)
  • What does Stoicism teach about our desire for pleasure and fear of pain?

  • We should indulge in pleasure and avoid pain
  • We should control our desire for pleasure and fear of pain (correct)
  • We should let our desire for pleasure and fear of pain guide our actions
  • We should ignore our desire for pleasure and fear of pain
  • According to Stoicism, what is the role of self-control and fortitude in overcoming destructive emotions?

  • They are important but not necessary
  • They are necessary but not sufficient for overcoming destructive emotions
  • They are not important
  • They are necessary for overcoming destructive emotions (correct)
  • What does Stoicism teach about understanding the world around us?

    <p>Understanding the world around us is important for happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Stoicism, what is the role of social beings in nature's plan?

    <p>They have a significant role</p> Signup and view all the answers

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