Methods of Philosophizing

Which of the following best defines a "truth"?

• A claim based on belief
• A personal conviction
• A fact that can be verified
• An emotional judgment

Which is an example of an opinion?

• Mt. Apo is the highest mountain in the Philippines
• The Earth orbits the Sun
• Camiguin Island is the best island in the Philippines
• Water boils at 100°C at sea level

Which statement is a bias?

• Purple is my favorite color
• People who don’t eat meat are unhealthy
• Some people prefer rice over bread
• I like rainy days

You overhear someone say, “All politicians are corrupt.” This is an example of:

• Opinion
• Truth
• Fact
• Personal knowledge

Which does not belong to the group?

• Argument
• Fallacy
• Explanation
• Bias

What makes a fallacy dangerous in reasoning?

• It uses emotion instead of logic
• It is a fact based on research
• It explains both sides equally
• It avoids conclusion

A judgment based on supporting facts is called:

• Conclusion
• Opinion
• Emotion
• Assumption

“He should win because he is handsome” is an example of:

• Ad populum
• Ad hominem
• Ad misericordiam
• Ad baculum

What kind of truth is supported by government-issued IDs and certificates?

• Emotional
• Moral
• Legal/factual
• Hypothetical

Which of the following best describes knowledge?

• A belief
• A bias
• A clear awareness and understanding
• An opinion