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Which philosopher advocated for absolute monarchy?
Which philosopher advocated for absolute monarchy?
- Locke
- Hobbes (correct)
- Montesquieu
- Rousseau
Rousseau's idea was centered on the concept of individualism and absolute democracy.
Rousseau's idea was centered on the concept of individualism and absolute democracy.
True (A)
What term refers to a person's ability to act out of free will?
What term refers to a person's ability to act out of free will?
freedom
Moral freedom upholds human dignity and __________.
Moral freedom upholds human dignity and __________.
Which type of freedom allows a person to go wherever they want?
Which type of freedom allows a person to go wherever they want?
Match the type of freedom with its description:
Match the type of freedom with its description:
A witness's decision to come forward despite threats is an example of irresponsible use of freedom.
A witness's decision to come forward despite threats is an example of irresponsible use of freedom.
A man who saved a girl from traffic acted with __________ freedom.
A man who saved a girl from traffic acted with __________ freedom.
What does positive freedom refer to?
What does positive freedom refer to?
Negative freedom means having the absence of coercion imposed by others.
Negative freedom means having the absence of coercion imposed by others.
What should one realize about choices according to the content?
What should one realize about choices according to the content?
Human freedom is largely interpreted as the capacity to do whatever one wants without __________.
Human freedom is largely interpreted as the capacity to do whatever one wants without __________.
Match the types of freedom with their descriptions:
Match the types of freedom with their descriptions:
Why is it questioned whether freedom should be absolute?
Why is it questioned whether freedom should be absolute?
Freedom should always be limitless and undefined according to the content.
Freedom should always be limitless and undefined according to the content.
According to the content, what is critically important when making choices?
According to the content, what is critically important when making choices?
According to Skinner, freedom is associated with what concept?
According to Skinner, freedom is associated with what concept?
Aquinas believes in the existence of moral agents who possess free will.
Aquinas believes in the existence of moral agents who possess free will.
What does Sartre mean by 'existence precedes essence'?
What does Sartre mean by 'existence precedes essence'?
According to Hobbes, the law of nature is primarily concerned with __________.
According to Hobbes, the law of nature is primarily concerned with __________.
Match the following philosophers with their beliefs:
Match the following philosophers with their beliefs:
Which of the following best describes Rousseau’s view on the origin of the state?
Which of the following best describes Rousseau’s view on the origin of the state?
For Aristotle, moral acts are determined solely by outcomes.
For Aristotle, moral acts are determined solely by outcomes.
What is the significance of the Fourfold Classification of Law according to Aquinas?
What is the significance of the Fourfold Classification of Law according to Aquinas?
Study Notes
Freedom of the Human Person
- Most Essential Learnings:
- Exercise prudence in making choices.
- Comprehend consequences of choices.
- Understand that choices involve trade-offs.
- Freedom as the Capacity to Act:
- Often misinterpreted as the ability to "do anything you want."
- Questions regarding Freedom:
- Should freedom be absolute?
- If freedom has limits, what are they?
- Who determines the limits of freedom?
Forms of Freedom
- Positive Freedom (Free To)
- Having control over oneself and the strength to do what is good.
- Negative Freedom (Free From)
- The absence of interference or coercion.
Perspectives on Freedom
- Freedom in Control (BF Skinner)
- Freedom lies in the controllability of our behaviors.
- Our environment can shape our behavior through consequences.
- Intellectual Freedom (Aristotle)
- Moral acts are within our power to choose.
- Reason guides action through will.
- We are responsible for our actions.
- Individual Freedom (Jean-Paul Sartre)
- Existence precedes essence (we create our own meaning).
- Freedom is at the core of authentic existence.
- Spiritual Freedom (Thomas Aquinas)
- Humans are moral agents.
- Fourfold Classification of Law:
- Eternal Law: The mind of God
- Divine Law: The law regarding our transcending nature.
- Natural Law: Applies to human beings.
- Human Law: Application of natural law for the common good.
- Social Contract
- Thomas Hobbes: Emphasizes self-preservation as a primary motivation for social cooperation.
- Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Believes in individual freedom and emphasizes the role of popular sovereignty and democracy.
Elements of Freedom
- Voluntariness: Refers to the ability to act out of one's own free will.
- Responsibility: Refers to being accountable for our actions and their consequences.
Kinds of Freedom
- Physical Freedom: Absence of physical restraints.
- Psychological Freedom: Freedom of choice.
- Moral Freedom: Upholds human dignity and goodness.
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Explore the essential learnings about freedom, including prudence in decisions and the consequences that stem from them. This quiz delves into the concepts of positive and negative freedom, and various perspectives on freedom, such as those of BF Skinner and Aristotle. Test your knowledge and understanding of the complexities surrounding freedom and choice.
