Which of the following BEST reflects why philosophy is considered the "mother of all disciplines"?

How does philosophy differ from science in terms of its method and purpose?

A netizen posts: “He’s both a hero and a dictator, and that’s the truth!” Which principle is being violated?

Which of the following reflects a philosophical way of thinking rather than a scientific one?

Philosophy originated from the Greek term philosophia, which means:

Which best shows Postmodernism in action?

What distinguishes philosophical questions from ordinary questions?

When activists question the nature of justice and truth in the Philippine judicial system, they are working within Metaphysics.

Which of the following demonstrates an epistemological question?

Why is philosophy considered both a science and an art?

The Principle of Sufficient Reason justifies the claim that poverty exists in the Philippines simply because “that’s how life is.”

Which of the following is an example of a metaphysical question?

The definition of philosophy is limited to abstract thinking and does not include real-life concerns such as poverty, social justice, or love.

Phenomenology encourages us to understand why a typhoon survivor feels both gratitude and trauma when they receive ayuda.

Which statement best represents the use of logic?

If someone says “Lying is always wrong, even if it saves someone’s life,” what philosophical issue is being raised?

In The Lion King, Simba struggles with his past and identity. When Rafiki tells him, “You are Mufasa’s son,” how does this moment reflect the Principle of Identity?

Existentialism holds that people like K-pop fans in the Philippines define their own essence through choices, not through labels given by society.

When a law student evaluates the validity of arguments during a debate about the West Philippine Sea, they are engaging in Epistemology.

A student who doubts whether historical revisionism on Martial Law is valid is using Epistemology—the study of knowledge.

If Vice Ganda questions why people laugh at pain and finds meaning behind humor in Filipino culture, he is doing philosophy because philosophy seeks answers through critical and reflective thinking.

Which method questions the idea of “absolute truths” and critiques grand narratives or fixed ideologies?

In Up, Carl’s attachment to his house and his journey to Paradise Falls is rooted in his promise to Ellie. From a philosophical lens, this obsession best illustrates:

According to the Principle of Identity, if "Marites" is known as the town gossip, she can also be considered the same as a credible source of news.

Analytic Tradition avoids vague and emotional language, which is why it may critique slogans like “change is coming” if it lacks clear meaning.

Which statement is most consistent with the existentialist view?

Existentialism encourages individuals to:

Which method of philosophizing focuses on direct experience and “going back to the things themselves”?

When a student from Manila questions the value of “utang na loob” in modern relationships, they are engaging in philosophical reflection.

In Encanto, when the family believes Mirabel either has a gift or doesn't, how does this apply the Principle of Excluded Middle?

The Principle of Non-Contradiction would argue that it is logically impossible for someone to say, “I am proud to be Filipino” and “I am ashamed of being Filipino” at the exact same time in the same context.

If a barangay captain is both loved and hated at the same time by the same person in the same way, the Principle of Non-Contradiction is violated.

Which modern scientific assumption most reflects the Principle of Sufficient Reason?

A Filipino influencer presents different personas on various platforms: funny on TikTok, woke on Twitter, and spiritual on Instagram. When accused of being fake, she replies, “Why can’t I be all of these? I’m not one thing.”

After tweeting an unpopular opinion about gender roles, Aira, a content creator, gets “canceled” online. She later posts, “People can take away my fame, but not my truth. I chose to speak, knowing the risk—and I accept the consequences.”

A Filipina beauty queen shared in a viral interview that despite the glamour, she felt intense pressure to conform to an image: “Every time I smiled, it was rehearsed. I began to feel like a symbol, not a human being.” Her statements resonated with many fans who admitted they had only ever seen her as a “national pride trophy.”

During an episode of It’s Showtime, Vice Ganda says, “Walang lalaki, walang babae. Bawat isa ay may sariling kahulugan.” Some netizens disagree, saying that biology determines identity. Others support Vice, claiming identity is personal and fluid.

In a televised Senate hearing, a government official is asked: “Did you or did you not authorize the confidential funds?” He replies, “The allocation of those funds was under my jurisdiction, but not in the literal sense of authorization.”

A Filipino actress admits during an interview, “I smile on screen, but some days I don’t even know who I am. I’ve been acting for so long that I wonder if there’s still a real me behind the roles.” Many praised her honesty, while others dismissed it as “drama.”

A DepEd textbook describes Philippine indigenous communities as “uncivilized in pre-Hispanic times.” Indigenous youth respond with an art installation titled “We Were Never Backward”, showing rice terraces, weaving, and oral literature.

In a documentary, Ken of SB19 (the happy pill of Sir. Barbs) reveals that during their pre-fame days, they questioned their purpose. “We were broke, tired, and laughed at. I kept asking: Is this worth it? But we chose to keep going, not because we were sure, but because we wanted to define ourselves.”

During an academic forum on free speech, a student says: “Calling someone out online is not bullying. It’s accountability.” Another responds: “But calling out becomes bullying when done with repeated public shaming.”

After being ghosted by her partner, Karla posted a heartfelt TikTok: “It’s not just that he left, it's how he left. The silence made me feel as though I had never mattered. Like I was a pause, not a person.” Her post trended, with many Filipinos commenting not about breakups—but the pain of being disregarded.