Philosophy second cut exam

Briefly describe Plato's allegory of the cave, what is suggests about reality, and what it means for your epistemological beliefs. (3 points)

Define empiricism and give an example of empirical knowledge. (2 points)

Define epistemology. (1 point)

What is the importance of faith for Saint Augustine and what does it suggest about the limits of reason? (1 point)

What is the heliocentric model of the solar system and how did it impact the human psyche? (2 points)

What was one spiritual alchemical idea of Newton and what was its significance for his pursuits? (2 points)

What did the advent of linear perspective suggest about the evolution of the human psyche and what was one negative influence on human expression? (2 points)

Explain two ways that Descartes skeptically doubts empirical knowledge. (2 points)

What does "Cogito ergo sum" mean and why is it important for Descartes? (2 points)

Define Cartesian dualism and explain 2 consequences of that belief. (3 points)