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What is the definition of death according to the text?
What is the definition of death according to the text?
- The end of the biological functions, physical systems, and mental activity in a human being. (correct)
- A temporary state of biological and mental decay.
- The end of a person's influence on the world.
- A reversible state of biological and mental decay.
What does the text propose as life's greatest challenge?
What does the text propose as life's greatest challenge?
- To accept the inevitability of death and cease living.
- To rebel against the absurdity of life by making the most out of its limitedness. (correct)
- To fear the inevitable end of life.
- To ignore the fact that life will end anyway.
Why do humans have an inclination towards self-preservation according to the text?
Why do humans have an inclination towards self-preservation according to the text?
- Because humans are not aware of their mortality.
- Because humans are typically inclined towards self-destruction.
- Because humans are biologically programmed to fear death. (correct)
- Because humans have interacted with thousands of people.
How does philosophy challenge the idea that life will end anyway?
How does philosophy challenge the idea that life will end anyway?
What is the main point of considering death as an irreversible state according to the text?
What is the main point of considering death as an irreversible state according to the text?
Why does the text highlight that a person's influence on the world does not end once biological systems have ceased?
Why does the text highlight that a person's influence on the world does not end once biological systems have ceased?
According to the passage, what is the concept of 'carpe diem'?
According to the passage, what is the concept of 'carpe diem'?
What does the passage suggest about the fear of death?
What does the passage suggest about the fear of death?
How does the passage portray death in the context of love and affection?
How does the passage portray death in the context of love and affection?
In the context of the passage, what is considered as a reward for some individuals?
In the context of the passage, what is considered as a reward for some individuals?
What is the main message regarding material possessions in relation to death?
What is the main message regarding material possessions in relation to death?
How does the passage define 'seizing the day' or 'carpe diem'?
How does the passage define 'seizing the day' or 'carpe diem'?
What does the passage suggest about death row inmates?
What does the passage suggest about death row inmates?
'Carpe diem' emphasizes:
'Carpe diem' emphasizes:
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