Knowledge vs Happiness Quiz

According to Francis Bacon, what is the source of knowledge?

• God

• Experience through our senses

• Education

• Intuition

According to Erasmus, what is more important for happiness?

• Knowledge

• Faith and ignorance

• Wealth

• Power

What does Montaigne suggest to have a peaceful life?

• Chase fame and glory

• Follow the crowd

• Live a solitary life

• Seek validation from others

According to Martin Heidegger, what gives life meaning and authenticity?

• Knowledge of others

• Knowledge of oneself

• Knowledge of death

• Knowledge of the world

What does Bertrand Russell argue about work and happiness?

• Work is morally bad and hinders happiness

• Work should be prioritized over happiness

• Working less increases human happiness

• Work is morally good and leads to happiness

According to Michel Foucault, how does knowledge function in modern society?

• Knowledge liberates humans

• Knowledge is a tool for power and control

• Knowledge is irrelevant in modern society

• Knowledge is subjective and unreliable

According to Montaigne, what happens when we seek validation from others?

• We become original thinkers

• We find inner tranquility

• We develop moral and intellectual integrity

• We become pretentious and fake

According to Bertrand Russell, how does working less impact human happiness?

• It decreases happiness

• It leads to boredom

• It has no impact on happiness

• It increases happiness