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What does the term 'philosophy' literally mean?
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?
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?
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?
Who can be considered a philosopher based on the text?
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What is one of the reasons why philosophy can be applied in virtually any endeavor?
What is one of the reasons why philosophy can be applied in virtually any endeavor?
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Who were the two philosophers who suggested that everything was made up of tiny, indivisible atoms?
Who were the two philosophers who suggested that everything was made up of tiny, indivisible atoms?
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What did Democritus and Leucippus claim separates atoms, allowing them to move around freely?
What did Democritus and Leucippus claim separates atoms, allowing them to move around freely?
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Who was the founder of atomism in the 5th century BCE?
Who was the founder of atomism in the 5th century BCE?
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What did Leucippus claim was impossible without the void?
What did Leucippus claim was impossible without the void?
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What did Leucippus equate with nonexistence, leading to his argument about the void?
What did Leucippus equate with nonexistence, leading to his argument about the void?
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