MONISEM AND DUOLISM Flashcards
test questions
What is monism?
Monism is the philosophical view that only one kind of substance or reality exists.
What is dualism?
Dualism is the philosophical view that two kinds of substances or realities exist, typically mind and body.
True or False: Monism asserts that the mind and body are separate entities.
False
Fill in the blank: In dualism, the two types of substances are typically referred to as ______ and ______.
mind, body
Which philosopher is most commonly associated with dualism?
René Descartes
What is a key argument for monism?
The argument that everything can be explained by a single substance or reality.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes a type of monism? A) Idealism B) Materialism C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
What is the main focus of dualistic theories?
The distinction and interaction between the mind and the body.
True or False: Monism denies the existence of mental phenomena.
False
Fill in the blank: A form of dualism that posits the mind and body interact but are fundamentally different is known as ______ dualism.
interactionist
Short Answer: Name one modern philosopher who supports a monistic view.
Daniel Dennett
What is the primary criticism of dualism?
The challenge of explaining how two different substances can interact.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of monism? A) Substance Monism B) Property Dualism C) Substance Dualism
A) Substance Monism
True or False: Monism is often associated with physicalism.
True
Fill in the blank: Dualism often leads to discussions about the ______ problem.
mind-body
Short Answer: What does ‘property dualism’ suggest?
It suggests that there are mental properties that are not reducible to physical properties.
Multiple Choice: Which philosophical approach denies the existence of a separate mind? A) Dualism B) Monism C) Idealism
B) Monism
What is the ‘interaction problem’ in dualism?
The difficulty in explaining how the mind can affect the body and vice versa.
True or False: Monism supports the idea of multiple realities.
False
Fill in the blank: In ______, reality is seen as a unified whole without division.
monism
Short Answer: Describe one implication of adopting a monistic perspective.
It simplifies the understanding of consciousness by arguing it arises from a single substance.
Multiple Choice: Which term refers to the belief that consciousness is a byproduct of brain activity? A) Dualism B) Monism C) Epiphenomenalism
C) Epiphenomenalism
What is a common view among monists regarding mental states?
Mental states are seen as states of a single physical substance.
True or False: All monists reject the notion of mental experiences.
False
Fill in the blank: The philosophical debate between monism and dualism is often referred to as the ______ debate.
mind-body
