Intro to Philosophy Quiz Fall 2025

The term "philosophy" means,

• love of wisdom

• exploration of science

• love of life

• study of Thought

During a class discussion, Maya wondered about the focus of epistemological inquiry.

• the interpretation of cultural artifacts

• data, observations and conclusions

• Encouraging meditation for spiritual growth

• Ensuring ethical values and believes

When a student looks at a painting and interprets it as “sad,” they are demonstrating:

• Sensation—the raw data from the eyes

• Perception—the interpretation of sensory input

• Intuition—emotional awareness without reasoning

• Cognition—logical problem-solving

A government is debating whether it should censor works of art considered offensive. What are the two branches of philosophy that would be most relevant to analyze this question?

• Epistemology and Politics

• Political Philosophy and Aesthetics

• Logic and Metaphysics

• Epistemology and Politics

A company pays men and women differently for the same job. From an ethical perspective, which principle is being violated?

• Autonomy

• Justice

• Beneficence

• Loyalty

Applying Maslow’s hierarchy, a person seeking self-expression through art is fulfilling:

• Basic needs

• Safety needs

• Belonging needs

• Self-actualization

Axiology is the branch of philosophy

• Rationalism

• Ethics and Aesthetics

• Logic alone

• Faith

A student says: “Philosophy helps me understand how everything — nature, people, and values — connect.” Which type of thinking does this describe?

• Partial thinking

• Holistic thinking

• Logical positivism

• Abstract reasoning

Socrates always asked questions like, “What is justice?” or “What is goodness?” What was his goal?

• To win debates

• To help others discover truth through questioning

• To gather facts

• To create myths

A scientist tests water repeatedly before concluding it boils at 100°C. This way of knowing is called:

• Rationalism

• Empiricism

• Idealism

• Dualism