Descartes and Locke

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What does Descartes conclude about the nature of dreams?

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They are indistinguishable from reality.

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What realization did Descartes come to regarding his beliefs and opinions?

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He realized it was necessary to demolish everything and start again.

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According to Descartes, why should one be cautious about trusting the senses?

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The senses can deceive us, especially with distant or small objects.

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In the Second Meditation, what does Descartes conclude about certainty?

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Nothing is certain.

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What does Descartes suggest about the relationship between the mind and the body?

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The mind is better known than the body.

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What is the method of doubt proposed by Descartes?

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A systematic process of doubting the truth of one's beliefs to establish a firm foundation for knowledge.

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What is the significance of 'Cogito, ergo sum' in Descartes' philosophy?

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It means 'I think, therefore I am,' establishing self-awareness as proof of existence.

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How does Locke's view of knowledge differ from Descartes'?

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Locke believed knowledge comes from experience, while Descartes emphasized rationalism and innate ideas.

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What is the concept of tabula rasa in Locke's philosophy?

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It refers to the idea that the mind is a blank slate at birth, shaped by experience.

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What role do sensory experiences play in Locke's theory of knowledge?

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They are the primary source of knowledge, forming the basis for all understanding.