Philosophy: Perception and Reality
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How does the author define abstraction?

  • Distinguishing between different colors and shapes
  • Separating sensible objects from the act of perception (correct)
  • Perceiving objects without experiencing them
  • Creating imaginary scenarios unrelated to reality
  • What is the author's view on abstract ideas in relation to sensible objects?

  • Abstract ideas are essential for perceiving sensible objects
  • Abstract ideas cannot exist without sensible objects (correct)
  • Abstract ideas can exist independently from sensible objects
  • Sensible objects are entirely separate from abstract ideas
  • In the text, what does the author suggest about separating a sensible object from perception?

  • Separating a sensible object enhances the understanding of it
  • Perception is not influenced by the separation of a sensible object
  • It is easy to separate a sensible object from its perception
  • It is impossible to think of a sensible object without perceiving it (correct)
  • How does the author's ability to abstract relate to real existence?

    <p>The author's abstraction is limited to real existence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does sensation play in conception?

    <p>All conception is based on sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the text, can a sensible thing be imagined without the corresponding sensation?

    <p>No, because sensation is essential for imagining sensible things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what does the author understand by expressions such as 'There was an Odor'?

    <p>The object is perceived through senses like smell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the author's view on the absolute existence of unthinking things?

    <p>It is unintelligible and not possible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the passage, why does the author find it repugnant for sensible objects to exist unperceived?

    <p>Because these objects only exist in the mind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author mean by 'Their Esse is Percipi'?

    <p>Their existence is solely dependent on perception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the author mention that it is an opinion prevailing amongst men that sensible objects have a natural or real existence?

    <p>To challenge a commonly held belief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the passage, what does the author imply by stating 'whoever shall find in his Heart to call it in Question'?

    <p>Encouraging readers to explore different philosophical perspectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest about the existence of physical objects?

    <p>Physical objects have no subsistence without being perceived.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what is unintelligible regarding the existence of physical objects?

    <p>The separation of physical objects from their perception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the passage suggest as the only true substance?

    <p>Spirit or that which perceives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the passage argue against the existence of unthinking substratum?

    <p>Because unthinking substratum cannot perceive ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which qualities are considered as ideas perceived by sense in the passage?

    <p>Colour, figure, taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the passage argue that for an idea to exist, it must be perceived?

    <p>To have an idea is equivalent to perception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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