Philosophy Quiz

Who is considered the founding father of Western philosophy?

• Plato

• Pythagoras

• Aristotle

• Socrates

What does the term 'philosophia' mean?

• Study of existence

• Love of knowledge

• Science of sciences

• Love of wisdom

Which principle states that it is impossible for a thing to be and not be at the same time?

• Principle of Noncontradiction

• Principle of Excluded Middle

• Principle of Identity

• Principle of Existence

What is the study of reality and existence called?

• Metaphysics

• Epistemology

• Ethics

• Aesthetics

Which theory of truth states that truth is determined by how it relates to the world?

• Coherence Theory

• Pragmatic Theory

• Correspondence Theory

• Relativistic Theory

What does 'existentialism' emphasize?

• Free individual choice

• Collectivism

• Scientific reasoning

• Moral absolutism

What is the focus of environmental ethics?

• Human relationships

• Political systems

• Economic development

• Human and natural environment relationship

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of deep ecology?

• Interdependence

• Ecocentrism

• Biocentrism

• Anthropocentrism

What is the term for a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement that may prove to be true?

• Theory

• Hypothesis

• Fallacy

• Paradox

Which philosopher is known for the concept of 'Übermensch'?

• Sartre

• Nietzsche

• Hegel

• Kant