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'?

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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'?

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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