
INTRO TO PHILO-DIVISION QUARTER EXAMINATION
Quiz by MA. CHRISTINE JOY ZAPATA
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He was among the first to propose that matter is composed of particles called atoms.
He was credited with the saying “No man ever steps in the same river twice.”
It is a method of inquiry where two opposing ideas are discussed in an attempt to arrive at new knowledge.
It is a means of examining a topic by devising a series of questions that let the learner examine and analyze his knowledge and views regarding the topic.
It is a school of philosophy which believes that wisdom and simple living will result in a life free of fear and pain.
Who states that DOUBT is the beginning of philosophy?
It is Greek word which means wisdom.
These are questions that seek to inquire the very frameworks upon which people base their own beliefs and views.
It is a branch of philosophy which deals with correct reasoning.
Which branch of philosophy deals with the questions of reality and existence.
This is often described as looking at the big picture” when describing and analyzing a situation or problem.
Which of the following is NOT TRUE about holistic perspective?
It is the examination of thoughts, feelings, and actions and to learn more about one’s life and experiences.
Which is NOT a practical use of philosophy in our lives?
It lies at the heart of any inquiry.
It is an awareness and understanding of something.
Which does NOT form the process of knowing the truth?
These are the bases for making arguments and convincing people that a certain claim is a fact.
These are statements that assume the claim to be true and provide reasons why the statement is true.
These are series of statements that provide reasons to convince the reader to listener that a claim or opinion is truthful.
It is a mental act that proceeds from the previously known truth to a new truth.
It is a bias that focuses on a certain aspect of a problem while ignoring other aspects.
Hiring an unqualified relative to provide services in company needs is an example of:
After taking this test, you insist that you knew that you will pass even before taking the test.
“If Croesus goes to war with Cyrus, he would destroy a mighty kingdom.”
The laws imply lawyers. There are laws in nature. Therefore, there must be a cosmic lawyer.
“For those of you who have children and doesn’t know it, we have a nursery downstairs.”
“Hydrogen is not wet. Oxygen is not wet. Therefore, H2O is not wet.”
“There is no evidence that frogs actually feel pain; it is true they exhibit pain behavior, but s they have no consciousness, they feel no pain.”
“It is wrong to eat meat because vegetarians don’t eat meat.”
“The evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins is perhaps the greatest expert in this field, and asserts that the theory of evolution is true. So it is true.”
“All those opposed to my arguments for the opening of a new department, signify by saying ‘I resign’.”
“Teacher, I deserved the 75 grade I received from the exam because I was sick before the exam and couldn’t study that much.”
The narrower version of this is called ‘post hoc ergo, propter hoc’ (after this, therefore because of this).
“The United States is the richest country in the world. Therefore, everyone in the United States is rich as well.”
Which among the given is an example of an opinion?
Which is NOT an example of a deductive reasoning.
Which among the given BEST describes an objective statement?
It is characteristic of truth which states that it has no contradictions within itself, and it fits together elegantly.
It is a criterion of truth which confirms, or at least fails to contradict, the rest of our established knowledge.
Which of the following is an example of an opinion about climate change?
Which is a statement of fact on freedom of speech.
It refers to the characteristics that distinguishes humans from all other creature.
It is the state of being a person.
It drives a person to deeper awareness of himself or herself.
It is the quality of being focused on one’s innate life and identity.
Mark is capable to make decisions and choices based on his own preferences.
This enable us to do actions whenever we want to and makes self-determination possible.
Carlo bumps into the table for playing in the room. Bumps into the table is an example of:
It the innate right to be valued and respected as a human being.