Philosophy and Its Impact

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What does the term 'philosophy' literally mean?

  • Love of wisdom (correct)
  • Search for knowledge
  • Analysis of concepts
  • Understanding of reality

In a broad sense, what does philosophy seek to understand?

  • Fundamental truths about the world and oneself (correct)
  • Scientific phenomena
  • Historical events
  • Practical applications of knowledge

What does the study of philosophy enhance, unlike any other activity?

  • Problem-solving capacities (correct)
  • Analytical writing abilities
  • Technical knowledge
  • Creative thinking skills

Who can be considered a philosopher based on the text?

<p>A person who seeks wisdom or enlightenment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons why philosophy can be applied in virtually any endeavor?

<p>It touches on many subjects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the two philosophers who suggested that everything was made up of tiny, indivisible atoms?

<p>Democritus and Leucippus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Democritus and Leucippus claim separates atoms, allowing them to move around freely?

<p>A void or empty space (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the founder of atomism in the 5th century BCE?

<p>Leucippus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Leucippus claim was impossible without the void?

<p>Motion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Leucippus equate with nonexistence, leading to his argument about the void?

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