Philosophical Arguments and Concepts

Non-dualism is a philosophical concept that differs from dualism in that it emphasizes the unity of all things. What is the significance of the non-dualistic perspective?

• It highlights the separation between mind and body.

• It emphasizes the unity of all things.

• It focuses on the dual nature of reality.

• It underscores the importance of individualism.

Explain Maimonedes’ Via Negativa using the following terms (universe, anthropomorphize, negative theology, beyond).

• Maimonedes’ Via Negativa is a method of understanding God by stating what God is not, using terms like universe, anthropomorphize, negative theology, and beyond.

• Maimonedes’ Via Negativa is a method of understanding the universe by stating what the universe is not, using terms like God, anthropomorphize, negative theology, and beyond.

• Maimonedes’ Via Negativa is a method of understanding human nature by stating what humans are not, using terms like universe, God, negative theology, and beyond.

• Maimonedes’ Via Negativa is a method of understanding negative theology by stating what theology is not, using terms like universe, anthropomorphize, God, and beyond.

What were three ethical dilemmas in Cassandra’s Dream?

• The moral conflict of committing a crime for financial gain, the struggle with guilt and conscience, and the impact of family loyalty on ethical decisions.

• The decision to pursue a career in acting, the choice of living in the city versus the countryside, and the dilemma of choosing between two romantic partners.

• The ethical considerations of environmental conservation, the debate over animal rights, and the conflict between personal ambition and public service.

• The challenge of balancing work and personal life, the ethical implications of technological advancements, and the moral questions surrounding artificial intelligence.

What is the Blank Slate Theory or Tabula Rasa associated with John Locke?

• A theory that suggests humans are born with innate knowledge

• A theory that suggests humans are born without any pre-existing knowledge

• A theory that suggests humans are born with a predetermined destiny

• A theory that suggests humans are born with complete knowledge

Empiricism is a philosophical theory that emphasizes the role of ______ in the formation of ideas.

• reason

• experience

• intuition

• faith

Rationalism is a philosophical view that argues that knowledge is primarily obtained through what?

• Experience

• Reason

• Perception

• Intuition

Skepticism is a philosophical approach that challenges what?

• Established beliefs and claims

• Scientific theories

• Mathematical axioms

• Historical events

Thomas Aquinas is best known for his contributions to which field?

• Philosophy and Theology

• Physics

• Literature

• Mathematics

What is the Straw Man fallacy and how does it occur?

• A logical fallacy where an argument is misrepresented to make it easier to attack

• A strategy to strengthen an argument by using strong evidence

• A method of debating that involves personal attacks

• A technique to divert attention from the main issue

The Red Herring fallacy diverts attention by:

• introducing irrelevant information to distract from the main issue

• providing strong evidence to support the main argument

• focusing on the main issue to clarify the argument

• summarizing the main points to reinforce the argument