Doing Philosophy

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the main aim of philosophy as defined etymologically?

• To seek wisdom by studying anything worthwhile

• To memorize ancient texts

• To follow religious doctrines

• To accumulate wealth

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Philosophy is derived from the Greek words 'philos' meaning love and '___' meaning wisdom.

Multiple Choice

What is the etymological meaning of the word 'philosophy'?

• Love of wisdom

• Love of science

• Search for truth

• Quest for happiness

Drag and Drop

According to Philippine philosopher Roque Ferriols, what drives the act of philosophy?

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The drive towards wisdom

The pursuit of wealth

The search for power

The need for entertainment

Audio Response

How does the analogy of learning to ride a bicycle help us understand the nature of philosophy as an action?

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Fill in the Blank

Philosophy can be understood as the study of everything according to its ultimate explanation in the light of ___.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements best describe the nature of philosophy?

• Philosophy seeks to understand and question.

• Philosophy is only concerned with abstract ideas.

• Philosophy is an action learned through experience.

• Philosophy is limited to one discipline.

Multiple Choice

What is one function of philosophy?

• It integrates itself with other disciplines to achieve a comprehensive worldview.

• It focuses only on scientific phenomena.

• It discourages questioning and dialogue.

• It limits itself to a single aspect of human experience.

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Aside from art, which of the following disciplines does philosophy concern itself?

Multiple Choice

How does philosophy approach treasured beliefs and traditions?

• By accepting them without question

• By analyzing them for logical consistency

• By ignoring them completely

• By replacing them with new beliefs

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Metaphysics is also known as ___.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the focus of epistemology?

• The study of being

• The process of acquiring knowledge

• The synthesis of right and wrong behavior

• The study of beauty

Multiple Select

Select all statements that accurately describe ethics as a branch of philosophy.

• It is derived from the Greek word 'ethos'.

• It deals with the process by which people are led to know what is right and wrong.

• It focuses on the acquisition of knowledge.

• Its main aim is to synthesize the concepts of right and wrong behavior.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the concept of aesthetics?

• It is solely about visual beauty.

• It is the appreciation of art, beauty, and good taste, involving both emotional and intellectual aspects.

• It only involves sensory perception without intellectual judgment.

• It is limited to criticizing art.

Open Ended

Why do you think studying philosophy is important in understanding the world and ourselves?