Midterm Examination in Social Science

What is the meaning of the Greek word "philosophia"?

• Love of wisdom

• Study of life

• Pursuit of happiness

• Science of reasoning

Who is credited with coining the term "philosophy" as the "love of wisdom"?

• Aristotle

• Pythagoras

• Socrates

• Plato

What is the primary focus of metaphysics?

• The study of the mind

• The nature of being and reality

• The principles of art

• The ethics of human behavior

According to Confucianism, what is the foundation of an ideal government?

• Wealth accumulation

• Military strength

• Family values and strong relationship

• Technological advancement

How does Taoism differ from Confucianism in its view of human behavior?

• Taoism emphasizes strict rules, while Confucianism encourages personal freedom

• Taoism promotes harmony with nature, while Confucianism focuses on social order

• Taoism sees humans as naturally selfish, while Confucianism believes in their inherent goodness

• Taoism values intellectualism, while Confucianism rejects learning

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

• Mahatman Gandhi

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Sarasvati

• Vivekananda

What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism, which means liberation from the cycle of rebirth?

• Karma

• Dharma

• Nirvana

• Samsara

What are the three categories of the Noble Eightfold Path?

• Faith, Worship, Devotion

• Morality, Wisdom, Concentration

• Prayer, Meditation, Rituals

• Knowledge, Action, Belief

What is the main cause of suffering in Buddhism, according to the Four Noble Truths?

• Human existence

• Ignorance and attachment

• Prayers and rituals

• Social injustice

What is the key difference between Hinduism and Buddhism in terms of the soul (Atman)?

• Hinduism believes in a permanent soul, while Buddhism does not

• Buddhism believes in a soul that travels between rebirths, while Hinduism does not

• Hinduism teaches that the soul does not exist, while Buddhism believes in eternal self

• Both religions reject the idea of rebirth and soul altogether