SOSCI 111 SUMMATIVE EXAMINATION

Socrates emphasized "Know thyself." How does this principle encourage critical thinking in today’s decision-making processes?

• By discouraging self-reflection

• By relying only on external opinions

• By making individuals question their motives and actions

• By rejecting all forms of reasoning

Plato’s tripartite soul suggests balance among reason, appetite, and spirit. What social issue today best reflects imbalance in these three parts?

• Overconsumption and lack of discipline

• Promotion of education

• Faith in divine power

• Scientific innovations

Aristotle’s Golden Mean advocates moderation. Which of the following best demonstrates its application in modern life?

• Excessive social media use

• Balancing work and personal time

• Overindulgence in food

• Avoiding all pleasures

St. Augustine’s idea that happiness can only be found in God suggests what implication for people overly focused on material wealth?

• They will find lasting happiness

• They may never achieve complete fulfillment

• They are closer to achieving virtue

• They can replace God with reason

St. Thomas Aquinas emphasized reason in knowing the truth. Which current global issue reflects the danger of ignoring reason?

• Scientific misinformation spreading online

• Increased access to education

• Religious freedom promotion

• Balanced policy-making

Descartes said "I think, therefore I am." Which modern situation best illustrates this concept of existence?

• Using AI without human reasoning

• Questioning one’s reality through self-awareness

• Living solely on instincts

• Rejecting critical thinking

John Locke described the mind as a "tabula rasa." How does this support the importance of education today?

• It shows education shapes human potential

• It claims people cannot learn anything new

• It suggests minds are already complete at birth

• It denies the role of environment in learning

Kant’s categorical imperative requires actions to be universalizable. Which ethical dilemma today could best be analyzed using this principle?

• Cheating in academics

• Listening to music

• Practicing hobbies

• Buying groceries

Merleau-Ponty argued the body is intelligent. Which modern activity best supports this claim?

• Learning a sport through practice

• Memorizing mathematical equations

• Reading religious texts

• Observing historical facts

Churchland’s materialism denies non-physical entities. Which technological advancement aligns with his view of the mind as biological?

• Artificial Intelligence simulating decision-making

• Sacred rituals in religion

• Belief in afterlife

• Meditation for spiritual awakening