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WorksheetsFinals Reviewer Intro to Philosophy
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 22mins
Which is the BEST reason that explains why freedom is ESSENTIAL to the human person?
It allows us to express our individuality
It gives us the opportunity to learn from our previous experiences
It does not allow us to escape from the consequences of our actions
It is what separates man from animals, as rational beings
Which of the following actions BEST exemplifies an authentic engagement with one's own mortality, according to the text?
Avoiding any reminders of death, such as funerals or discussions about illness.
Distracting oneself with constant activity and entertainment to avoid thinking about death.
Reflecting on one's values and priorities and making choices that align with a meaningful life.
Accepting cultural norms and beliefs about death without questioning or personalizing them.
Dasein “literally means being-in-the- (a) .
An individual chooses to live a completely self-sufficient lifestyle, detached from any social or cultural influences. How successfully does this approach foster personal growth and development, considering the dynamic relationship between the person and society?
Highly successful, as it allows for complete autonomy and self-determination, free from the constraints and influences of society.
Unsuccessful, as it neglects the essential role of social interaction and cultural learning in shaping personal identity and fostering cognitive and emotional development.
Partially successful, as self-reliance is valuable, but it needs to be balanced with engagement with the broader world and meaningful connections with others to achieve a well-rounded sense of self.
Irrelevant to personal growth, as personal development is primarily an internal process driven by individual choices and experiences, independent of societal influence.
Which of the following BEST describes intersubjectivity in philosophy?
The study of individual consciousness
The objective truth of the external world
The subjective interpretation of reality
The shared understanding between people
According to Auguste Comte, in which of the following stages do societies explain natural phenomena and social order through supernatural forces, gods, and religious beliefs?
Theological stage
Scientific stage
Metaphysical stage
Positive stage
Which of the following is NOT INCLUDED in Plato’s concept of society?
Working class
Middle class
Military Class
Ruling class
An anthropologist observes a community where people cultivate small gardens using simple tools and techniques, with a social structure based on kinship and shared resources. Which type of society BEST matches this description?
Horticultural society
Feudal society
Pastoral society
Agrarian society
(a) is a topic that does not get the interest of many people. It connotes an inner feeling of fear, pain, grief, sadness, anxiety, and sympathy.
Which of the following are typical philosophical questions related to death?
What happens to us after we die?
How should we live our lives?
How can we achieve immortality?
What is the meaning of life?
What is the philosophical concept expressed by the statement "Man is condemned to be free"?
Humans are naturally inclined to be slaves to authority.
Freedom is an unavoidable responsibility and burden for humans.
People are free but do not recognize their freedom.
People are inherently bound by their freedom.
How does the concept of "gugma sa isig ka tawo" relate to the actions of the Good Samaritan?
It emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one's own community and helping only those who are familiar.
It highlights the universal nature of compassion and the moral obligation to help those in need, regardless of social or cultural differences.
It reinforces the importance of adhering to social norms and expectations in interpersonal relationships.
It demonstrates the importance of reciprocity and expecting something in return for acts of kindness.
Which of the following persons said that "Death is not an event in life: we do not live to experience death"?
Marcus Aurelius
Ludwig Wittgenstein
Martin Heidegger
Steve Jobs
Gloria feels trapped in an unhappy relationship but chooses not to leave, thinking that the status quo will eventually improve on its own. What does Sartre’s philosophy suggest about Gloria's situation?
She is not free because she is not making a conscious decision to change her circumstances.
She is free only if she chooses to end the relationship.
She is not free because her feelings of entrapment are due to external factors beyond her control.
She has chosen to be in this relationship and should take responsibility for it.
A political scientist is analyzing the power dynamics in a society where a small group of elites controls the majority of land and resources. Which type of society is MOST likely to exhibit this pattern?
Hunting and gathering society
Feudal society
Pastoral society
Post-industrial society
Imagine you are tasked with designing a public awareness campaign to combat the fear of death. Based on Socrates' and Buddha's ideas, which of the following slogans would be MOST effective?
"Know Yourself: True Wisdom Conquers Fear."
"Embrace the Unknown: Death is Just Another Adventure!"
"Don't Fear the Reaper: Live Life to the Fullest!"
"Ignore Death: Focus on the Here and Now."
A political scientist is analyzing the power dynamics in a society where a small group of elites controls the majority of land and resources. Which type of society is MOST likely to exhibit this pattern?
Hunting and gathering society
Feudal society
Pastoral society
Post-industrial society
If ignorance is the cause of fear of death, then (a) is its antidote.
A historian analyzes a manuscript describing a social structure with a rigid hierarchy of lords, vassals, and serfs. Which type of society is MOST likely depicted in this manuscript?
Horticultural society
Industrial society
Pastoral society
Feudal Society
How does "curiosity" about death contribute to an inauthentic attitude?
Curiosity about death is a natural human instinct and can lead to a deeper understanding of mortality.
Curiosity about death can be a form of morbid fascination that avoids confronting the personal implications of mortality.
Curiosity about death can inspire scientific research and medical advancements that improve human lives.
Curiosity about death is essential for developing philosophical and religious perspectives on the meaning of life.
Which of the following is NOT a story that we talk about death according to Stephen Cave?
Story of Magical Elixir
Story of the Fountain of youth
Story of Legacy
Story of Resurrection
What is the significance of the priest and the Levite's decision not to help the robbed man?
It shows their lack of compassion and disregard for human life.
It emphasizes the importance of following religious laws and customs.
It demonstrates the dangers of traveling alone and the prevalence of crime in society.
It highlights the conflict between social obligations and moral duties.
Which among the following persons said that "When one thinks of society, the idea cannot stand without humans being involved since we are, after all, social beings"?
Jean Jacques Rousseau
Auguste Comte
Aristotle
Thomas Hobbes
Which among the following is NOT a social institution?
Family
School
Welfare
Religion
S1: The hunting and gathering society primarily engage in the small-scale cultivation of plants, fruits, and vegetables and the domestication of animals.
S2: Writing a will and planning your funeral arrangements signifies an inauthentic attitude towards death.
Statement 1 is TRUE, Statement 2 is FALSE
Statement 1 is FALSE, Statement 2 is TRUE
Both statements are TRUE
Both statements are FALSE
