Philosophy as a Science: Beings and Final Causes

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Which branch of philosophy is primarily concerned with the study of being or existence?

  • Epistemology
  • Ontology (correct)
  • Logic
  • Axiology

According to the passage, what is the primary goal of philosophy?

  • To develop self-awareness and critical thinking (correct)
  • To establish a set of moral and ethical principles
  • To solve practical problems in everyday life
  • To acquire knowledge for its own sake

Which of the following is NOT listed as a specific objective of philosophy in the passage?

  • Liberation from ignorance and meaninglessness
  • Inquiry into the meaning and structure of man
  • Acquisition of material wealth and power (correct)
  • Development of mature habits of thinking

According to Socrates, what is the reason for a person's existence?

<p>To achieve self-awareness and self-understanding (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a branch of productive philosophy in the passage?

<p>Philosophy of art (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what does the term "axiology" refer to?

<p>The analysis of values and their meaning (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between the body and soul according to the passage?

<p>The body and soul are interdependent and complementary (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of a person who loves wisdom according to the passage?

<p>Values knowledge over material possessions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the primary purpose of logic?

<p>To study the principles of correct reasoning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best represents the relationship between philosophy and other fields of study according to the passage?

<p>Philosophy is a combination or application of theoretical and practical branches (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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