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Philosophy Reviewer Q1

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 20mins

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Class
Date
1.

A student claims that her belief that “truth can only be determined by sensory experience” supports the idea that beauty is subjective. Which two philosophical branches are most relevant to evaluating her claim?

a)

Ethics and Aesthetics

b)

Epistemology and Aesthetics

c)

Metaphysics and Logic

d)

Logic and Ethics

2.

If a person decides to help an enemy because “saving lives is always the moral duty of a human being,” which ethical theory is being applied?

a)

Utilitarianism

b)

Virtue Ethics

c)

Deontological Ethics

d)

Relativism

3.

A teacher wants students to understand the Filipino concept of bahala na as a positive motivator rather than passive resignation. Which philosophical perspective could best be used to support this interpretation?

a)

Metaphysical belief in the cyclical nature of time

b)

Ethical relativism rooted in culture

c)

Epistemological skepticism toward divine providence

d)

Aesthetic appreciation of religious rituals

4.

A scientist insists that only repeatable experiments can lead to reliable knowledge. Which philosophical approach does this align with?

a)

Empiricism

b)

Rationalism

c)

Relativism

d)

Utilitarianism

5.

In a debate, one speaker says, “A statement cannot be true and false at the same time in the same context.” Which philosophical principle is the speaker applying?

a)

Principle of Sufficient Reason

b)

Principle of Non-Contradiction

c)

Principle of Excluded Middle

d)

Principle of Identity

6.

An environmental group organizes Earth Hour, arguing that collective small actions can significantly reduce climate change. Which ethical framework best supports their reasoning?

a)

Divine Command

b)

Utilitarianism

c)

Virtue Ethics

d)

Deontological Ethics

7.

A Filipino farmer wakes before sunrise to work in the fields, despite the stereotype of “Filipino Time” implying lateness. This example best demonstrates:

a)

The flaw of cultural overgeneralization

b)

The principle of sufficient reason

c)

Metaphysical dualism

d)

The aesthetic value of tradition

8.

A philosopher refrains from making a judgment about a controversial issue until exploring all perspectives without bias. This is an example of:

a)

Empiricism

b)

Emptying

c)

Relativism

d)

Docta Ignorancia

9.

If a person claims that a painting’s value lies in how it deepens our understanding of cultural history, they are emphasizing which function of aesthetics?

a)

Bringing us in touch with our culture

b)

Helping us live more deeply and richly

c)

Vitalizing our knowledge

d)

Encouraging moral action

10.

A student applies Aristotle’s focus on character formation to become more patient and compassionate. This demonstrates:

a)

Virtue Ethics

b)

Utilitarianism

c)

Deontology

d)

Relativism

11.

A student argues that “beauty” exists only in the way people perceive it, not in any objective form. Which method of philosophizing does this most closely follow?

a)

Phenomenology

b)

Existentialism

c)

Postmodernism

d)

Analytic tradition

12.

A manager decides to give employees flexible work schedules because it increases productivity and morale. Which theory of truth does this reasoning best represent?

a)

Correspondence theory

b)

Coherence theory

c)

Pragmatic theory

d)

Analytic tradition

13.

A person claims, “All scientists are logical. I am a scientist, so I must be logical.” This is an example of:

a)

Inductive reasoning

b)

Deductive reasoning

c)

Hasty generalization

d)

Fallacy of composition

14.

In a political campaign, a celebrity endorses a candidate despite having no political expertise. If voters support the candidate because of this, which fallacy is being committed?

a)

Appeal to pity

b)

Appeal to inappropriate authority

c)

Appeal to the people

d)

Equivocation

15.

An environmentalist insists that “a law protecting forests must be passed because laws should always be respected,” equating this with the “law of gravity.” Which fallacy is this?

a)

False cause

b)

Division

c)

Equivocation

d)

Composition

16.

A philosopher refuses to accept any claim until it can be logically examined for consistency with established beliefs. This aligns most closely with:

a)

Pragmatic theory of truth

b)

Coherence theory of truth

c)

Correspondence theory of truth

d)

Phenomenology

17.

A coach observes that every rainy day practice in the past month led to poor player performance and concludes rain causes bad performance. This is an example of:

a)

Appeal to force

b)

Hasty generalization

c)

False cause

d)

Argument from ignorance

18.

During a debate, one side insists that aliens must exist because no one has proven they do not exist. Which fallacy is this?

a)

Argument from ignorance

b)

Appeal to pity

c)

Composition

d)

Begging the question

19.

A marketing team claims, “Our phone is the best because it’s the most popular.” Which fallacy are they using?

a)

Appeal to the people

b)

Hasty generalization

c)

False cause

d)

Appeal to inappropriate authority

20.

A philosophy professor asks students to analyze the statement: “Life has no absolute truths; everything depends on perspective.” Which philosophical approach does this reflect?

a)

Phenomenology

b)

Existentialism

c)

Postmodernism

d)

Logic

21.

A young athlete was born with a congenital heart condition and cannot compete professionally. Instead, she becomes a sports commentator. Which concept best describes how she is addressing her situation?

a)

Spatial-temporal being

b)

Body as intermediary

c)

Facticity

d)

Transcendence

22.

If someone claims that their inability to attend both a wedding and a graduation on the same day is due to their nature as a spatial-temporal being, what are they recognizing?

a)

That humans can only exist in one place at a time

b)

That humans are bound to live forever

c)

That humans are composed of body and soul

d)

That humans have complete freedom of choice

23.

A person chooses to send flowers and a handwritten letter instead of saying “I love you” directly because they find it hard to verbalize feelings. Which limitation is being expressed?

a)

Facticity

b)

Body as intermediary

c)

Spatial-temporal being

d)

Transcendence

24.

Plato’s belief that the body “imprisons” the soul suggests which of the following?

a)

The body empowers the soul to act freely

b)

The soul cannot exist apart from the body

c)

The body restricts the soul from accessing pure truth

d)

The soul dies when the body dies

25.

An individual accepts they were born into poverty but works hard to earn scholarships and build a career. This attitude best reflects:

a)

Being defined by facticity

b)

Overcoming facticity through creative life choices

c)

Ignoring limitations entirely

d)

Living solely in the present

26.

Aristotle’s view that the soul cannot exist without the body primarily challenges which belief?

a)

Plato’s view of the soul’s immortality

b)

St. Thomas Aquinas’ division of the soul

c)

Sartre’s concept of facticity

d)

The idea of spatial-temporal limitation

27.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, people used video calls to connect with loved ones they couldn’t visit physically. This is an example of:

a)

Body as intermediary limitation

b)

Facticity

c)

Transcendence of spatial limitation

d)

Rational soul independence

28.

St. Thomas Aquinas’ belief that the rational soul can exist without the body but “cannot do anything without it” implies:

a)

Physical actions are irrelevant to intellectual activities

b)

The soul depends on the body to manifest abilities

c)

The soul is identical to the body

d)

The body is superior to the soul

29.

A teacher tells students that their limited time on Earth should inspire them to focus on meaningful relationships now. This advice is based on which limitation?

a)

Facticity

b)

Spatial-temporal being

c)

Body as intermediary

d)

None of the above

30.

A man born with a soft voice uses microphones and sound systems to address large crowds. This is best described as:

a)

Accepting facticity without change

b)

Spatial-temporal limitation

c)

Using creativity to transcend a body-as-intermediary limitation

d)

Ignoring his physical reality

31.

Sustainable development aims to balance:

a)

Economic growth and environmental preservation

b)

Technological innovation and resource extraction

c)

Political power and corporate interests

d)

Military strength and ecological systems

32.

The 'land ethic' concept implies:

a)

Complete human control over ecosystems

b)

Respect for natural community members

c)

Economic exploitation of natural resources

d)

Technological management of environments

33.

Ecocentrism's primary philosophical stance is:

a)

Human superiority over nature

b)

Technological solutions to environmental issues

c)

Ecosystem interconnectedness and intrinsic value

d)

Economic resource management

34.

Environmental challenges are most effectively addressed through:

a)

Individual awareness and action

b)

Governmental regulation exclusively

c)

Corporate technological solutions

d)

Complete economic restructuring

35.

The concept of 'deep ecology' primarily emphasizes:

a)

Technological intervention

b)

Human-centered environmental approaches

c)

Holistic ecosystem perspectives

d)

Economic resource allocation

36.

Anthropocentrism traces its philosophical roots to:

a)

Modern environmental movements

b)

Ancient Greek philosophers like Plato

c)

21st-century technological developments

d)

Indigenous environmental perspectives

37.

Environmental value systems fundamentally represent:

a)

Economic strategies

b)

Technological approaches

c)

Philosophical perspectives on human-nature relationships

d)

Political regulatory frameworks

38.

The primary goal of environmental ethics is to:

a)

Maximize economic productivity

b)

Define moral obligations toward nature

c)

Develop technological solutions

d)

Establish political environmental policies

39.

A politician argues that a new law is necessary because no one has proven that it will cause harm. Which fallacy does this represent?

a)

Straw man

b)

Ad hominem

c)

False dilemma

d)

Argument from ignorance

40.

A musician who loses their hearing adapts by composing music using vibrations. This adaptation best illustrates:

a)

Facticity

b)

Body as intermediary

c)

Spatial-temporal being

d)

Transcendence of limitations