PHIL 201 QUIZ 1

Question 1 1. According to the reading, Abraham was an example of blind faith. True False 3 points Question 2 1. The study of biology would be considered a first-order discipline second-order discipline third-order discipline multi-ordered discipline 3 points Question 3 1. Philosophy is mostly interested in discovering new factual data. True False 3 points Question 4 1. A statement about what a person ought to do is called: an indicative claim a rational claim a normative claim a legislative claim 3 points Question 5 1. Which of the following are philosophers concerned about: the nature of reality the reason why we believe what we believe the method we use to discover truth all of the above 3 points Question 6 1. Our intellectual appetite is a natural desire to know and understand. True False 3 points Question 7 1. Bertrand Russell thought philosophy was important because: It is necessary to establish our worldview. It affects our daily choices. It rids us of dogmatism and prejudices. It clarifies our beliefs. 3 points Question 8 1. Adopting the philosophical mindset is more like a job than a vocation. True False 3 points Question 9 1. By saying worldview is consistent we mean that: There are no contradictions in the worldview. The worldview can account for new knowledge. The beliefs of the worldview mutually support one another. The worldview has the best explanatory power. 3 points Question 10 1. What should one do if one encounters a new belief that creates inconsistency in a one’s set of beliefs: Adjust the set to account for the new belief. Abandon the set of beliefs and create a new one. Abandon the new belief as it doesn’t fit with the established set. Go with whatever the strongest evidence points to. 3 points Question 11 1. One finds a general principle in Scripture and then attempts to apply it to an example in current times. The presentation describes this process as: Prooftexting Ladder of abstraction Contextualization Hermeneutics 3 points Question 12 1. The three elements listed in the reading that fulfill the biblical mandate to develop a Christian philosophical mindset would include one of the following: sharing the gospel to those with other worldviews construction of a neutral worldview systematic theology refuting philosophies contrary to Christianity 3 points Question 13 1. How does the story in Acts 17 demonstrate the value of reason: Paul contrasts vain philosophy with philosophy according to Christ. The Bereans are praised as being noble for their use of reason. Abraham trusted God for good reasons. Paul contrasts arguments set against God with thoughts captive to Christ. 3 points Question 14 1. The passage that says we should always be prepared to offer a defense for the hope within us: I Pet 3:15 II Cor 10:5 Col 2:8 I Tim 2:15 3 points Question 15 1. What was Paul doing in Col 2: Reasoning in the synagogue about the resurrection of Jesus. Offering final instructions about the administration of the church. Defending his apostleship. Addressing a heresy that had invaded the local church. 3 points Question 16 1. By “critical usage” of scripture is meant: take into account the historical context and literary context. one should approach scripture with a negative bias against it only appeal to scripture when no other evidence is available only appeal to scripture with unbelievers. 3 points Question 17 1. The Bible adequately addresses almost every philosophical issue and question. True False 3 points Question 18 1. Which of the following was NOT within the guidelines recommended for the “critical use” of scripture in doing philosophy: recognize the difference between the text and your interpretation of the text. be open to alternative interpretations of difficult texts take seriously the historical interpretations of the church support all your philosophical beliefs with scriptural quotes 3 points Question 19 1. We are having a debate about organ transplants and the lack of available organs. You suggest that organs should be available to those who can pay for them. I argue the rich would buy all the available organs and that wouldn’t be fair to those who can’t afford to pay for organs. Under which branch of philosophy would you place our discussion: Philosophy of science Philosophy of medicine Ethics Philosophy of law 3 points Question 20 1. In the presentation we answered the misconception that there are no answers to most philosophical questions by saying: That is the nature of philosophy. Actually there are usually many answers. It’s all relative. It depends on your perspective.