17 Questions
What are the two main components of existence according to Socrates?
The imperfect (body) and the perfect (mind)
According to Socrates, what is necessary to attain happiness?
Virtue and self-knowledge
What did Socrates mean when he said 'an unexamined life is not worth living'?
All of the above
What is the fundamental purpose of philosophy according to the passage?
To help us develop critical thinking and reasoning skills
What is the connection between the soul and happiness according to Socrates?
The soul is immortal, and only by being virtuous can we achieve happiness
Which of the following is NOT a key skill that philosophy teaches according to the passage?
Memorization
According to the passage, which soul should be in control to achieve genuine happiness?
The Rational soul
Which philosophical theory asserts that reason, rather than experience, is the foundation of all knowledge?
Rationalism
According to the passage, what must we do to know more about ourselves?
Know God
Which philosophical theory is associated with the idea that "seeing is believing"?
Empiricism
According to the passage, what happens if we ignore or incorrectly use our minds?
We lose our possibility to reach real and lasting happiness
Which of the following best reflects the passage's view on the relationship between the soul and the body?
The soul is united with the body so that man may be entire and complete
What is Descartes' famous philosophical statement?
I think, therefore I am or Cogito ergo sum
What philosophical approach did Descartes employ?
Rationalism
What is the concept of methodological skepticism or metaphysical doubt proposed by Descartes?
Doubting the truth of one's beliefs to determine which can be ascertained as true
According to Descartes, what is the nature of the self or soul?
The self is immaterial and constant, not affected by time.
What is Descartes' view on the relationship between the soul and the body?
The soul and body form a union, but the soul is distinct from the body.
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