16 Questions
Where did John Locke study and receive his doctorate?
Oxford University
Which of the following did Locke learn from Robert Boyle?
Physical objects are composed of minute corpuscles with minimal qualities
What was the title of Locke's most famous work?
Concerning Human Understanding
What theory did Locke primarily confront in his essay?
Descartes' innate ideas theory
What did Locke reject with his mind-body dualism?
Hobbes' materialism
Which famous scientist did Locke become good friends with?
Isaac Newton
According to Locke, where do all ideas originate from?
Sensory experiences
What distinguishes primary qualities from secondary qualities according to Locke?
Primary qualities correspond to actual attributes, secondary ones do not
Locke's theory of education emphasized the importance of:
Providing enough sleep, food, and fresh air for good health
What philosophical theory takes association as the fundamental principle of mental life?
Associationism
Locke believed that aversions and irrational fears result from:
Chance associations
According to Locke, what is the main job of a teacher in the classroom?
To recognize and praise students' accomplishments
What is the difference between simple ideas and complex ideas according to Locke?
Simple ideas are atomic, complex ideas are composed of smaller ones
What motivated Locke's theory of education?
To promote mild punishment and enjoyable learning experiences
What did Locke believe was more important than nature for character development?
Nurture
Which concept refers to characteristics of the physical world based on Locke's philosophy?
Primary qualities
Learn about a political philosopher who lived through times of chaos and change, becoming one of the most influential figures in post-renaissance Europe. Explore his educational background and key influences from notable individuals like Robert Boyle.
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