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1. Which of the following statements about the metaphysical tenets of Plato’s
Doctrine of the Forms is FALSE?
There is a cause and effect relationship between Forms and their earthly counterparts.
The Forms exist in an intellectual realm that is fixed and never-ending.
Perfection in the Forms does not exist in Platonic Heaven.
Forms must exist in order for knowledge to be possible. 2
2. Which of the following statements about the Crito is FALSE?
Following the advice of experts is more ethical than appealing the majority.
Socrates argued that civil disobedience was an obligation for intellectuals and philosophers.
Athens performed its end of the Social Contract; Socrates was required to do the same.
The Social Contract made it unethical for Socrates to escape his punishment. 3
3. Karen believes that she has a responsibility to protect the environment.
Choose the statement that is consistent with Karen's belief.
• “I go to the farmer’s market if I have time to do so on the weekends.” "I only drive my
•
car to work when it is raining or too cold outside.”
•
“I serve meat to my family only on holidays and special occasions.”
•
“I have eliminated all plastic from my day-to-day life.” 4
4. What kind of a thing is an orchid? It is a type of flower. What distinguishes an orchid from
other flowers? The female and male parts of an orchid are fused together.
According to Aristotle, answering both of these questions reveals the of
an orchid.
• essence
•
ontology
•
organization
•
genus
5. In the Phaedo, Socrates makes all of the following claims, EXCEPT:
• Without a body to impede his or her progress, the philosopher may see things as they truly are.
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, • The philosopher is concerned with the soul and not with the body.
• Sensory distractions hinder the soul's pursuit of truth and knowledge.
6. Choose the example that best demonstrates a central tenet of Stoicism.
• Bob is such a rabid Cubs fan that it isn’t fun to watch a baseball game with him. Mr. Donovan insists
•
that he begin each morning with pastry and a cup of sweet tea. Carlene is devastated when her outdoor
•
• party is interrupted by a thunderstorm.
Stephanie is a good nurse because she is skillful and always remains composed.
7. Choose the question that distinguishes the focus of Socrates’ philosophical
inquiry from that of the philosophers who preceded him.
• What is knowledge?
•
What is the nature of the universe? What is
•
the role of the gods?
•
What is real?
8. In the Apology, Socrates states that a good person does what he knows to
be right despite .
• negative personal consequences the
•
wisdom of the gods
•
risking fame and fortune
•
the laws of man
9. Which branch of philosophy examines the ultimate nature of reality?
• Metaphysics
•
Epistemology
•
Cosmology
•
Natural philosophy
10. Choose the statement that both Plato and Aristotle would agree is true.
• “The ideals of Beauty and Truth are not of this world.” “The physical sciences are a source of
•
eternal knowledge." “Ideals are similar to mathematical objects or entities.”
•
“A human being is 'human' because he or she reflects the Form of a Human.”
•
11. Which of the following is the most important tenet of Stoicism?
• To resist playing a role
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1. Which of the following statements about the metaphysical tenets of Plato’s
Doctrine of the Forms is FALSE?
There is a cause and effect relationship between Forms and their earthly counterparts.
The Forms exist in an intellectual realm that is fixed and never-ending.
Perfection in the Forms does not exist in Platonic Heaven.
Forms must exist in order for knowledge to be possible. 2
2. Which of the following statements about the Crito is FALSE?
Following the advice of experts is more ethical than appealing the majority.
Socrates argued that civil disobedience was an obligation for intellectuals and philosophers.
Athens performed its end of the Social Contract; Socrates was required to do the same.
The Social Contract made it unethical for Socrates to escape his punishment. 3
3. Karen believes that she has a responsibility to protect the environment.
Choose the statement that is consistent with Karen's belief.
• “I go to the farmer’s market if I have time to do so on the weekends.” "I only drive my
•
car to work when it is raining or too cold outside.”
•
“I serve meat to my family only on holidays and special occasions.”
•
“I have eliminated all plastic from my day-to-day life.” 4
4. What kind of a thing is an orchid? It is a type of flower. What distinguishes an orchid from
other flowers? The female and male parts of an orchid are fused together.
According to Aristotle, answering both of these questions reveals the of
an orchid.
• essence
•
ontology
•
organization
•
genus
5. In the Phaedo, Socrates makes all of the following claims, EXCEPT:
• Without a body to impede his or her progress, the philosopher may see things as they truly are.
This study souVrceawlaus idnowgnlowadhedabyt1i0s000r0i8g47h09t71m52 ofrormeCtohursaeHnerol.icfoem oins11il-2lo1-2g02ic2 a11l:42a:4n2
•
dGMmT -e06a:00ningless.
, • The philosopher is concerned with the soul and not with the body.
• Sensory distractions hinder the soul's pursuit of truth and knowledge.
6. Choose the example that best demonstrates a central tenet of Stoicism.
• Bob is such a rabid Cubs fan that it isn’t fun to watch a baseball game with him. Mr. Donovan insists
•
that he begin each morning with pastry and a cup of sweet tea. Carlene is devastated when her outdoor
•
• party is interrupted by a thunderstorm.
Stephanie is a good nurse because she is skillful and always remains composed.
7. Choose the question that distinguishes the focus of Socrates’ philosophical
inquiry from that of the philosophers who preceded him.
• What is knowledge?
•
What is the nature of the universe? What is
•
the role of the gods?
•
What is real?
8. In the Apology, Socrates states that a good person does what he knows to
be right despite .
• negative personal consequences the
•
wisdom of the gods
•
risking fame and fortune
•
the laws of man
9. Which branch of philosophy examines the ultimate nature of reality?
• Metaphysics
•
Epistemology
•
Cosmology
•
Natural philosophy
10. Choose the statement that both Plato and Aristotle would agree is true.
• “The ideals of Beauty and Truth are not of this world.” “The physical sciences are a source of
•
eternal knowledge." “Ideals are similar to mathematical objects or entities.”
•
“A human being is 'human' because he or she reflects the Form of a Human.”
•
11. Which of the following is the most important tenet of Stoicism?
• To resist playing a role
• This study souTrcoe wlaes dtowgnoloadoedf bwy
1h00a00t08w47e097c15a2nfronmoCtoucrsoeHnertor.cooml on 11-21-2022 11:42:42 GMT -06:00
