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What did Hobbes believe about the nature of humans?
What did Hobbes believe about the nature of humans?
- Humans are naturally aggressive and greedy (correct)
- Humans are rational beings driven by logic
- Humans are inherently good and altruistic
- Humans are complex beings with varied motivations
Which philosophical method did Hobbes prefer?
Which philosophical method did Hobbes prefer?
- Rationalism, emphasizing the use of reason and logic
- Deductive reasoning, starting with undeniable premises (correct)
- Inductive reasoning, like Francis Bacon
- Empiricism, relying solely on observation and experimentation
According to Hobbes, what is the best form of government?
According to Hobbes, what is the best form of government?
- Constitutional monarchy, with a balance of power
- Democracy, allowing people to express their natural traits
- Anarchy, with no government at all
- Absolute monarchy, forcing people to be submissive (correct)
What motivated Hobbes to translate The Iliad and The Odyssey?
What motivated Hobbes to translate The Iliad and The Odyssey?
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How did Hobbes view the relationship between humans and the natural world?
How did Hobbes view the relationship between humans and the natural world?
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What was Hobbes' view on the role of fear in society?
What was Hobbes' view on the role of fear in society?
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According to Hobbes, what is the primary motivation behind human behavior?
According to Hobbes, what is the primary motivation behind human behavior?
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What was Hobbes's view on the nature of the mind?
What was Hobbes's view on the nature of the mind?
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What philosophical stance did Hobbes take on the origin of knowledge?
What philosophical stance did Hobbes take on the origin of knowledge?
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How did Hobbes explain the phenomenon of dreams?
How did Hobbes explain the phenomenon of dreams?
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Which of the following best describes Hobbes's philosophical worldview?
Which of the following best describes Hobbes's philosophical worldview?
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What did Hobbes believe about free will?
What did Hobbes believe about free will?
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