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According to the philosopher, what is the first step towards wisdom?
According to the philosopher, what is the first step towards wisdom?
Aristotle believed that people who lack virtue should be considered wicked.
Aristotle believed that people who lack virtue should be considered wicked.
False
What was one of Aristotle's primary areas of study related to life?
What was one of Aristotle's primary areas of study related to life?
the beginning of life
According to the philosopher, a person must be ________ to gain knowledge.
According to the philosopher, a person must be ________ to gain knowledge.
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Match the following virtues with their definitions as discussed by the philosopher:
Match the following virtues with their definitions as discussed by the philosopher:
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Which of the following best describes the focus of social science?
Which of the following best describes the focus of social science?
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Economics is primarily concerned with the study of political systems and behavior.
Economics is primarily concerned with the study of political systems and behavior.
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What are the three methods to acquire scientific knowledge?
What are the three methods to acquire scientific knowledge?
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The study of the origins of human societies and civilizations is known as ______.
The study of the origins of human societies and civilizations is known as ______.
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Match the philosopher with their main contribution:
Match the philosopher with their main contribution:
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Which branch of social science studies how people think about, influence, and relate to one another?
Which branch of social science studies how people think about, influence, and relate to one another?
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According to Socrates, committing an injustice is better than suffering one.
According to Socrates, committing an injustice is better than suffering one.
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What is the history of science primarily concerned with?
What is the history of science primarily concerned with?
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Study Notes
Social Science
- Social science studies interpersonal relationships, societal growth, and how societies function.
- It contrasts with the physical sciences, focusing on human interactions.
Branches of Social Science
- Anthropology: Studies human societies and civilizations' origins.
- Economics: Analyzes the creation, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
- Political Science: Examines political principles, systems, and behavior.
- Sociology: Studies human society and social behavior through interactions and occurrences.
- Social Psychology: Explores how individuals influence and interact with one another. It delves into attitude formation, self-perception, relationships, societal influence, and understanding helping and harming behaviors.
Nature of Scientific Knowledge
- Scientific knowledge comprises laws and hypotheses derived from the scientific method to explain phenomena.
- The scientific method gathers knowledge and makes testable predictions via observation, experimentation, and reasoning.
History of Scientific Knowledge
- History of science studies the development of scientific knowledge in both natural and social sciences.
- This field is connected with the history of the arts and humanities.
Greek Philosophy
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Socrates (469-399 BCE): Key figure in Western philosophy.
- Focused on self-care and virtue.
- Believed knowledge is vital for virtue and happiness.
- Argued that evil actions stem from ignorance.
- Viewed committing injustice as worse than suffering it.
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Plato (428/427-348/347 BCE): Famous for allegory of the cave.
- Emphasized education and facing ignorance to achieve wisdom.
- Advocated patient, extended learning.
- Sought to enlighten humanity out of ignorance.
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Aristotle (384-322 BCE): Macedonian philosopher.
- Examined the origins of life and societal structures.
- Outlined 11 virtues (courage, temperance, liberality, magnificence, pride, modesty, magnanimity, patience, truthfulness, friendliness, righteousness).
- Emphasized understanding individuals lacking virtue rather than condemning them as wicked.
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Explore the fundamental aspects of social science, including its definition, branches, and the nature of scientific knowledge. This quiz covers anthropology, economics, political science, sociology, and social psychology, highlighting how they study human interactions and societal growth.
