Sartre and de Beauvoir

According to Jean-Paul Sartre, what is the fundamental idea of existentialism?

• Existence is irrelevant

• Essence precedes existence

• Existence is determined by essence

• Existence precedes essence

What does Sartre mean by 'existence precedes essence'?

• Our essence determines our existence

• Our existence is irrelevant

• We exist before we have a defined essence

• Our essence is created by our existence

What does Simone de Beauvoir mean when she says 'One is not born, but rather becomes, a woman'?

• Women are born with certain traits

• Women have no inherent characteristics

• Women are defined by their biology

• Women are shaped by society and experience

According to de Beauvoir, what does it mean for woman to be the 'Other'?

What does de Beauvoir argue about the feminist movement?

• It was an autonomous movement

• It was a political tool

• It was a reflection of social drama

• It was a result of women's inherent nature

What does Sartre mean by 'existence precedes essence'?

• Our essence is created by our existence

• We exist before we have a defined essence

• Existence is irrelevant

• Our essence determines our existence

What is the main idea behind Simone de Beauvoir's statement 'One is not born, but rather becomes, a woman'?

• Women are born with inherent characteristics

• Women are defined by their biology

• Women's identity is shaped by societal norms and experiences

• Women have no inherent traits

According to de Beauvoir, what does it mean for woman to be the 'Other'?

What is de Beauvoir's perspective on the origin of the feminist movement?

• It emerged independently

• It was a manifestation of women's innate characteristics

• It was a strategic political maneuver

• It was a response to societal conflicts

What does Sartre mean by 'existence precedes essence'?

• We exist before we have a defined essence

• Our essence determines our existence

• Existence is irrelevant

• Our essence is created by our existence