Kant's Essay on Enlightenment

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According to Kant, what is necessary for enlightenment?

  • Imposing rules for future generations
  • Dependence on guidance from others
  • Paternalism from church and state
  • Freedom to use one's own intellect (correct)

How did Kant define immaturity in the context of his text?

  • Questioning authority figures
  • Acting independently without guidance
  • Reliance on others for understanding (correct)
  • The ability to think for oneself without external direction

What did Kant warn against in relation to rules set by priests or others?

  • Promoting individual freedom
  • Denying future generations the chance to question the rules (correct)
  • Allowing progress in social development
  • Encouraging public debate

According to Kant, why did he write about enlightenment in response to a government official's question?

<p>To define enlightenment and its significance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of reason according to Kant in achieving enlightenment?

<p>Relying on one's rational faculties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the text, what concept is associated with the phrase 'Dare to know' (Sapere Aude)?

<p>Courage to think for oneself (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key element that distinguishes autonomy from freedom?

<p>Rational thought (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental requirement to be considered autonomous?

<p>Having rational discerned reasons for actions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Categorical Imperative, as described in the text?

<p>Acting only according to universal law (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Kant's moral philosophy, why should individuals always be seen as ends and not solely as means to an end?

<p>To protect individual autonomy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Kant view the discovery of 'the good' according to the text?

<p>Through rationality and discerning reasons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the influence of Kant on modern moral ideals?

<p>Common sense now reflects much of Kant's ideas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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