WorksheetsNEW STS 1
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Mining, as a modern technology, is an example of:
Enframing
Calculative thinking
Poiesis
Meditative thinking
In the context of Heidegger's work, enframing refers to:
A process of creating new technology
A way of revealing the world through modern technology
A religious submission to the divine
The spiritual contemplation of nature
Which concept does Heidegger associate with submission to technology?
Aletheia
Enframing
Piety
Tekhne
What happens when a human person is "swallowed" by modern technology, according to Heidegger?
They lose touch with their true essence as beings
They achieve greater understanding of the world
They become more skilled in technology
They gain more control over nature
What is the most effective strategy for achieving human flourishing in the context of sustainable development?
Promoting economic growth in all countries
Decreasing consumption in wealthier countries
Encouraging technological advancement in poorer countries
Expanding international trade
What does the term "catching down" mean in the context of human development?
Encouraging poorer countries to match the consumption levels of richer countries
Reducing consumption in wealthy nations to more sustainable levels
Ensuring that rich countries continue to grow economically
Redistributing wealth from wealthy to poor countries
What is the ecological problem associated with growth in rich countries?
It results in an increase in poverty in poor countries
It causes a reduction in education standards
It depletes global resources and harms the planet's bio-capacity
It leads to higher levels of technological dependence
What alternative model of development does Hickel propose?
A growth-based model with improved trade relations
A focus on GDP as a key measure of success
A steady-state economy emphasizing sustainability and well-being
A model that emphasizes technological advancement for all countries
Which of the following countries achieved high life expectancy with significantly lower GDP per capita than the US?
United Kingdom
Cuba
China
South Korea
Which factor does NOT contribute to happiness in countries with low income, according to Hickel?
High levels of income
A sense of community
Effective social welfare systems
A good work-life balance
Which of the following best describes Aristotle's concept of the "good life"?
Achieving personal wealth and power
Pursuing pleasure without regard for consequences
Living a life of virtue that leads to happiness
Accepting external circumstances without striving for change
According to Aristotle, what is the ultimate end of human actions?
Happiness
Knowledge
Wealth
Power
What role does virtue play in Aristotle’s concept of the good life?
It is irrelevant to achieving happiness
It is a habit that requires practice and discipline
It is an inherent trait that cannot be developed
It is only necessary for achieving social status
Which of the following best represents Aristotle’s definition of happiness?
Sensory pleasure from immediate indulgence
A temporary state of emotional satisfaction
A long-term flourishing through virtuous actions
A reflection of social status and wealth
According to the chapter 6, how can science and technology contribute to the good life?
They can provide a distraction from the pursuit of happiness
They allow humans to thrive, but must be balanced with virtue
They guarantee happiness and moral goodness
They have no effect on achieving the good life
Which of the following philosophies views happiness primarily as the acquisition of pleasure?
Stoicism
Hedonism
Humanism
Theism
In Stoicism, how is happiness best achieved?
By acquiring wealth and status
By distancing oneself from emotions and accepting what cannot be controlled
By indulging in sensory pleasures
By pursuing constant social success
Which philosophy emphasizes the importance of personal freedom and self-determination in the pursuit of happiness?
Theism
Humanism
Materialism
Hedonism
What is the central idea of materialism according to the chapter 6?
Life is best lived by seeking pleasure above all else.
Material possessions and achievements lead to happiness.
Happiness is found in communion with God.
Virtue and moral excellence are the only paths to happiness.
Which of the following best summarizes Aristotle’s view of virtue?
Virtue is something you are born with and cannot change.
Virtue is a set of habits that require continuous practice and discipline.
Virtue is a natural gift that needs no cultivation.
Virtue is only necessary for those in positions of power.
