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Philosophy in Ancient Greek Thought

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According to Plato's theory, which part of the soul is considered immortal?

The rational soul (correct)

The appetitive soul

All three components of the soul are immortal

The spirited soul

What is the key to achieving justice in the human person, according to Plato?

Balancing the three components of the soul harmoniously (correct)

Allowing the appetitive soul to dominate the other two components

Prioritizing the rational soul over the other two components

Suppressing the spirited and appetitive souls completely

According to Aristotle, what should govern all of life's activities?

Reason and intellect (correct)

The passions and emotions

The senses and lower nature

Social status and reputation

What is the 'Golden Mean' principle advocated by Aristotle?

Living a life of moderation, in consonance with reason Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to achieving human happiness, as per Aristotle?

The harmonious development of the whole self (physical, economic, and social powers) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the text?

Both Plato and Aristotle advocated for the suppression of emotions Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was the primary concern of the earliest Greek thinkers?

Debunking myths and seeking fundamental truths Signup and view all the answers

What did Socrates believe was the worst fate that could befall a person?

To live but die inside Signup and view all the answers

According to Socrates' view, which of the following statements about the self is true?

The self consists of a mortal body and an immortal soul Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about philosophy is NOT true?

Philosophy is limited to the study of a specific domain of human experience Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, when are both the body and the soul present in the physical realm?

When we are alive and our body and soul are attached Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best captures the essence of Socrates' mission, as described in the passage?

To know oneself and explore the duality of the human self Signup and view all the answers