Philosophy: Ethics, Logic, and Political Thought
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Match the following ethical theorists with their primary ideas:

Plato = The highest form of reality is the realm of abstract Forms Aristotle = Humans are social animals and morality is determined by the common good Epicurus = The goal of human life is to attain happiness and freedom from physical pain Diogenes = The ideal life is one of self-sufficiency and rejection of luxury

Match the following argumentation methods with their primary features:

Aristotelian = Emphasizes ethos, pathos, and logos Toulmin = Uses data, warrant, and backing to support claims Rogerian = Empathizes with the audience's perspective and acknowledges their views Pyramid Principle = Presents information in a logical and hierarchical structure

Match the following political philosophers with their primary works:

Erasmus = The Praise of Folly Hobbes = Leviathan Machiavelli = The Prince Rousseau = The Social Contract

Match the following logical concepts with their definitions:

<p>Syllogism = A logical argument consisting of three parts: All A are B, X is A, therefore X is B Logical Fallacy = An error in reasoning that can invalidate an argument Evaluating Arguments = Identifying and analyzing the claims, premises, and conclusions of an argument Enthymeme = A rhetorical syllogism that uses ethos, pathos, and logos to persuade</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ethical theories with their primary focus:

<p>Kant = The moral law as a universal principle Bentham = The greatest happiness for the greatest number Spinoza = The unity of God and nature Zeno = The pursuit of virtue and self-control</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical periods with their primary characteristics:

<p>Renaissance = Revival of classical learning and cultural flourishing Medieval = Feudalism, chivalry, and the dominance of the Catholic Church Enlightenment = Reason, individualism, and the emergence of modern democracy Era Transitions = Shift from medieval to Renaissance to Enlightenment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following case studies with their primary applications:

<p>Whistleblowing = Applying ethical theories to a real-life dilemma of reporting unethical behavior Corporate Social Responsibility = Evaluating the moral obligations of businesses toward society Euthanasia = Applying ethical theories to a real-life dilemma of end-of-life care Environmental Ethics = Evaluating the moral obligations toward the natural world</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to ______________________, the ideal society is a just society where every individual has a place.

<p>Plato</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______________________ method of argumentation emphasizes the importance of establishing a clear claim and data to support it.

<p>Toulmin</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______________________ principle states that an action is right if it promotes the greatest happiness for the greatest number.

<p>Bentham</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______________________ period marked a significant transition from the medieval to the modern era, with a focus on humanism and individualism.

<p>Renaissance</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______________________ fallacy occurs when a conclusion is drawn from an incomplete or biased sample of data.

<p>Hasty generalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Concept Overview

  • The exam covers various concepts, including Ethical Theories, Case Studies, Logic, Argumentation Methods, and Intro to Political Philosophy.

Ethical Theories

  • Key figures include Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, Diogenes, Zeno, Spinoza, Kant, and Bentham.

Case Studies

  • Apply multiple ethical theories to a real-life ethical dilemma.

Logic

  • Evaluate arguments and identify syllogisms and logical fallacies.

Argumentation Methods

  • Include Aristotelian, Toulmin, Rogerian, and Pyramid Principle methods.

Intro to Political Philosophy

  • Study key figures: Machiavelli, Erasmus, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau.
  • Explore era transitions: medieval to Renaissance to Enlightenment.
  • Understand the significance of the French Revolution.

Exam Questions

  • Matching or Fill-in-the-Blank questions (20) assess basic content understanding.
  • Focus on definitions or explanations of key terms and ideas.
  • Create a section using 20 key terms and ideas from notes.

Concept Overview of Ethical Theories and Philosophy

  • The concept overview includes ethical theories, case studies, logic, argumentation methods, and intro to political philosophy.

Ethical Theories

  • Theories include Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, Diogenes, Zeno, Spinoza, Kant, and Bentham.

Case Studies

  • Applying multiple ethical theories to real-life ethical dilemmas is a key concept.

Logic

  • Logic includes evaluating arguments, syllogisms, and identifying logical fallacies.

Argumentation Methods

  • Argumentation methods include Aristotelian, Toulmin, Rogerian, and the Pyramid Principle.

Intro to Political Philosophy

  • Topics include Machiavelli, Erasmus, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Era Transitions (medieval to Renaissance to Enlightenment).
  • The French Revolution is also a key concept in political philosophy.

Exam Composition

  • The exam will consist of multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions.
  • There will be 20 questions that assess understanding of key terms and ideas.
  • These questions will focus on definitions and explanations of key concepts.

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Test your understanding of ethical theories, logic, and argumentation methods, as well as key concepts in political philosophy. Apply philosophical theories to real-life case studies and evaluate arguments effectively.

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