Philosophy of Realism: Understanding Aristotle's Influence
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What is the core idea of Realism philosophy?

  • The scientific method is the only way to discover truth
  • Reality is created by the human mind
  • Knowledge and value exist independent of the human mind (correct)
  • Classifying things into groups is unnecessary

    • What is the name of the approach to understanding an object, by understanding its form, used by Aristotle?

  • Empiricism
  • Skepticism
  • Pragmatic approach (correct)
  • Rationalism

    • According to Aristotle, what is the purpose of a human being?

  • To eat
  • To fly
  • To swim
  • To think (correct)

    • What was John Locke's view of the mind?

    <p>The mind is a blank slate at birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the philosopher who is known as the father of Realism and the Scientific Method?

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

    What is the term for the ability to reason about physical events and aspects, as taught by Aristotle?

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

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