Understanding the Self Chapter 1: Various Perspectives on the Self

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According to the passage, what does Churchland believe about the self?

  • The self is not affected by the brain.
  • The self is independent of the brain's state.
  • The self is separate from the brain.
  • The self is the essence of the brain. (correct)

What is Merleau-Ponty's view on the mind-body dichotomy?

  • He accepts the idea of mind and body as separate entities.
  • He believes the mind and body are interconnected.
  • He rejects the idea of mind and body as a dichotomy. (correct)
  • He believes the mind and body are independent of each other.

What is the primary function of the Id according to the passage?

  • To expose the child to environmental constraints.
  • To provide pleasure and realize its ends at all costs. (correct)
  • To maintain a balance between the Ego and Superego.
  • To prevent the Ego from being overwhelmed by the Superego.

According to the passage, what does Freud say about the organization of the total personality?

<p>It depends on the harmonious functioning of the Id, Ego, and Superego. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Ego play in the development of personality according to the passage?

<p>The Ego prevails over the Id when a child becomes exposed to environmental constraints. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher is known for their existentialist philosophy?

<p>Maurice Merleau-Ponty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Merleau-Ponty believe about how we know things?

<p>We know through our experience. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what does Churchland believe about the relationship between the mind and the brain?

<p>The brain is the essence of the self. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which philosopher believes that a person is defined by their movement and expression?

<p>Maurice Merleau-Ponty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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