Philosophy of the Human Person Module
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Which of these is an example of an opinion, as presented in the given text?

  • The Earth is round.
  • Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
  • The sky is blue.
  • Italian food tastes best. (correct)

    • The text states that opinions are always based on facts.

    False (B)

    What is the difference between an opinion and a truth?

    An opinion is a personal belief or judgment, while a truth is a verifiable fact.

    According to the examples provided, ___ can have an opinion that cold weather is better, while ___ can prefer hot weather.

    <p>Penny, Tim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following individuals with their opinions as presented in the text:

    <p>Ann = Italian food tastes best Joe = French food is ideal Sue = Reading is boring Mike = Reading is fun Penny = Cold weather is better Tim = Hot weather is better</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Lesson 2.1, according to the Table of Contents?

    <p>Distinguishing opinion from truth. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fallacy involves attacking the person presenting the argument instead of the argument itself?

    <p>Ad hominem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text suggests that opinions are always subjective and cannot be objectively proven.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Provide two examples of opinions, not mentioned in the text, about a specific topic like music or sports.

    <p>Answers will vary. Examples: &quot;Jazz is the best genre of music.&quot; or &quot;Soccer is the most exciting sport.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The fallacy of composition assumes that what is true of a part is also true for the whole.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The module focuses on the ______ of philosophizing, suggesting that it leads to knowledge and truth.

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

    What is the tendency to see past events as predictable, or to ascribe a pattern to historical events called?

    <p>Hindsight bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A person is connected to or has a vested interest in the issue being discussed, this is known as a ______.

    <p>conflict of interest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the "What I Know" section in this module?

    <p>To assess the student's prior knowledge. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each cognitive bias with its definition:

    <p>Correspondence bias = Tendency to judge a person's personality by his or her actions, without regard for the external factors or influence. Confirmation bias = Tendency to look for and readily accept information which fits one's own beliefs or views and to reject ideas or views that go against it. Framing = Focusing on a certain aspect of a problem while ignoring other aspects. Hindsight = The tendency to see past events as predictable, or to ascribe a pattern to historical events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a logical fallacy?

    <p>Correspondence bias (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultural bias involves analyzing an event or issue based on one's cultural standards.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the difference between the fallacy of composition and the fallacy of division.

    <p>The fallacy of composition assumes that what is true of a part is also true for the whole. The fallacy of division assumes that what is true for the whole is also true for its parts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Philosophical questions cannot be settled by science, common sense, or ______.

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

    Inductive reasoning starts with a general statement and then uses logic to reach a specific conclusion.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The tendency to look for and readily accept information that confirms one's existing beliefs, while rejecting contradictory evidence is known as ______.

    <p>confirmation bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is an example of a fallacy that uses emotions to persuade?

    <p>Appeal to emotion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a philosophical view regarding truth?

    <p>A belief becomes true if a majority of people agree with it. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Truth = A statement that expresses a belief, opinion, or perspective. Opinion = The quality of being real or actual. Fallacy = A mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound arguments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between deductive and inductive reasoning?

    <p>Deductive reasoning starts with a general statement and uses logic to reach a specific conclusion, while inductive reasoning starts with specific observations and uses them to draw a general conclusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In philosophy, systematic ______ is employed to help determine the truth.

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

    The term 'framing' refers to how personal biases and individual perspectives can influence our understanding of facts or events.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a fallacy?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is determining the concept of 'truth' important in philosophy?

    <p>Truth is central to philosophical inquiry because it helps us understand the nature of reality, knowledge, and belief. It also helps us evaluate different perspectives, arguments, and claims.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some ways to determine what is true?

    <p>Some ways to determine what is true are: justification or proof, reliance on facts, consensus or agreement, and testing or empirical verification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person

    • This is a senior high school module.
    • It's about the method of philosophizing, a part of Quarter 1, Module 2.
    • It's published by the Department of Education, Division of Misamis Oriental, Republic of the Philippines.

    Module Information

    • The module was collaboratively developed and reviewed by teachers, school heads, public school district supervisors, and education program supervisors.
    • It's designed to help learners demonstrate various ways of doing philosophy and evaluating opinions.
    • Students should use a philosophy activity notebook for writing responses.

    Content of the Module

    • The table of contents lists various lessons, including overview, general instructions, the method of philosophizing, what I need to know, what I know, what's in, and what's new.
    • Other lessons include what is it, distinguishing opinion from fact, what I know activity, what's in activity, what's new activity, what I can do, and assessment.
    • There are sections for answers, references, and a general overview.
    • Includes detailed instructions for students and teachers on completing the module.

    Philosophical Methods

    • Philosophy is the study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language.
    • Philosophical methods like Socratic, dialectic, scientific, and historical reasoning are used in determining truth.
    • This module teaches how to differentiate facts from opinions, which also includes methods to determine truth.

    Additional Topics covered in the module

    • Distinguishing between facts and opinions
    • Evaluating truth
    • Identifying critical thinking and reasoning skills
    • Learning about biases and fallacies
    • Applying philosophy to current issues, as well as activities and assessments

    Overall Focus

    • The module emphasizes understanding philosophical methods and applying critical thinking to real-life situations.
    • Students also learn to analyze opinions, distinguishing facts from opinions, applying philosophical methods, and reflecting on current issues.

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