5 Questions
What is the origin of the word 'idea'?
Greek 'ἰδέα'
What is considered to be an essential and defining feature of human beings according to the philosophy of ideas?
The capacity to create and understand the meaning of ideas
How does an idea often arise?
In a reflexive, spontaneous manner
Who opened the argument over the underlying nature of ideas?
Plato
What can a new or original idea often lead to?
Innovation
How well do you understand the concept of ideas? Test your knowledge with this quiz on the philosophical and common usage of ideas, their ontological significance, and their role in human cognition.
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