Philosophy Flashcards
Which of the following statements best describes the relationship of these
three great philosophers?
Plato and Socrates influenced the idea of Aristotle.
Which of the following is the CORRECT etymological definition of
Philosophy?
Philos and Sofia
Which of the following statements is NOT true about the ancient history of
Philosophy?
Aristotle was one of the students of Socrates.
Why did Socrates want man to examine our life?
He wants us to live a worthy living.
Why does the realm of lived experience become necessary in philosophizing?
It allows us to communicate with our inner selves.
Which of the following statements describe a person with wisdom?
When he/she knows a lot of things, and he/she acts according to what
he/she knows
In philosophizing, why are questions more important than answers?
Because question leads us to wonder
How does the act of philosophizing begin?
Philosophy begins in ordinary wonder.
How does Philosophy discover the answers to its questions?
Answers are found – then critiqued, reformulated, and challenged.
.Why does the Socratic Method still relevant today? It is because _____.
one can learn through the use of critical thinking, reasoning, and logic
What kind of reflection is used when a person examines the object he/she
sees by abstraction?
primary reflection
According to Gabriel Marcel, ______ brings before our eyes the existence of a
kind of dialectic of internality.
reflection
This kind of reflection utilizes its object as a tool or instrument to be used.
primary reflection
.This kind of reflection reunites the fragmented and compartmentalized
experience into a logical whole.
secondary reflection
These reflections are legitimate ways to encounter things in the world.
both primary and secondary
Which of the following phrases is NOT a form of claim?
Claim of freedom
Which of the following statements is not an example of a claim?
a. We must love our parents unconditionally.
b. Wearing a face mask in public places is compliance with health protocol.
c. Playing basketball is prohibited during the pandemic.
d. Philosophy of the Human Person is one of the subjects in the Senior High
Schoo
Philosophy of the Human Person is one of the subjects in the Senior High
School.
Which of the following statements is not an example of a claim of policy?
a. I should have eaten my breakfast before answering the learning tasks.
b. You must pay attention to your studies despite hardships in life.
c. I think my teachers will help me overcome my problems in life.
d. We must be thankful for all the blessings that God has given us.
C.
Which among the descriptions of truth is the idea of St. Thomas Aquinas?
Truth is the conformity of the intellect and things.
Which among the statements is the philosophy of Jean Paul Sartre?
It is by existing and acting a certain way do we give meaning to our lives.
“The first thing to consider when evaluating and assessing an opinion is to know
the origin of the material.” What does this statement signify?
source
“In evaluating an opinion, identify the main reason why the opinion is given and
evaluate if it is intended to inform or persuade people.” What does this statement
imply?
purpose
“Credibility is required when checking the accuracy of the person giving the
opinion.” What does this statement infer?
reliability
“Ideas that one accepts or affirms as facts but makes no effort to prove it is
inevitable in evaluating opinions.” What does this principle signify?
Assumption
Which among the following scenarios does not show bias?
Joseph, a religious parish priest, instructed his parishioners to devote
and manage their time for work, family, community, and church. He also
motivated them to show virtues and values to others regardless of religion,
race and gender; and to show reverence and loyalty to the Almighty Father
unconditionally.
“Sir, I deserve a business permit!? You know how powerful I am, right?
I believe you are aware that I can pull some strings and make sure people
suffer in life greatly.” What type of fallacy is committed?
Appeal to Force
“These pills must be safe and effective for reducing because Dexter Bascones
is endorsing it.” What kind of fallacy is committed?
Appeal to Misplaced Authority
“My opponent is a notorious liar! You can’t believe a word that he is going to
say. Are we going to agree with what that dirty pig is saying?” What type of
fallacy is committed?
Attack against Person
“The two did not make a public statement denying that they are having an
illicit affair; thus, this only affirms that our suspicion about them is right.” What
kind of fallacy is committed?
Appeal to Ignorance
“Students should be allowed to look at their textbooks during examinations.
After all, surgeons have X-rays to guide them during an operation, lawyers
have legal briefs to guide them during case trials, and architects have
blueprints to guide them when they build a structure. Then why students
shouldn’t be allowed to look at their textbooks during examinations?”
What kind of fallacy is committed?
Accident
It refers to man as a species-homo sapiens
sapiens.
human
Aristotle said, “soul is _______.”
immortal
He described man as soul imprisoned in the
body
Plato
He believed that there is union between the
body and the soul.
Aristotle
It allows us to overcome our limitations
trancendence
It describes man as someone who dies sooner or
later.
spatial-temporal
being
This quality makes man above the animals.
intellect
It means man has a body.
embodied
It is something that man cannot change.
facticity
It is commonly used to refer to the entire human
race.
Man
It is the branch of philosophy concerned with the natural environment and
humanity’s place in it.
environmental philosophy
This view considers man as the most important species on the planet.
anthropocentrism
This view believes that all organisms have inherent worth and should be
valued and protected.
biocentrism
This view places great value on the ecosystem and biological communities
ecocentrism
Which of these statements about humankind and nature is not true?
Humankind can use natural resources without regard for the
consequences.
This perspective advocates action to address environmental problems.
environmentalism
It is a moral approach to analyzing the relationship between humans and
the environment.
environmental ethics
Which of these statements does not reflect environmental ethics?
a. Man must take action to solve environmental problems.
b. Natural disasters are unrelated to human activities.
c. We should reflect on how our actions show regard for nature.
d. We must uphold the welfare of the environment and everything in it.
B
This concept refers to the fair distribution of environmental benefits and the
burden of addressing environmental challenges.
environmental justice
Which of these statements is not related to sustainable development?
a. Human activities must not negatively impact the environment.
b. Natural resources must be used wisely and efficiently.
c. Resources must be conserved for other people.
d. Humankind must use all the natural resources.
D
What problem is associated with anthropocentrism?
Man can justify abuse and exploitation implicated over nature.
Michael cuts trees to build a house. Not knowing how many trees are
needed for his planned abode, he thought of taking more trees because,
according to him, “it is better to have more than less.” What value does Michael
have to practice?
Frugality
The teleological argument implies _____.
God is the grand designer of the world
“Nature is in peril” gives us an idea that the environment (is)
in danger due to abuse and exploitation.
Man, as a rational being, is responsible for safeguarding the environment is
embraced in the view known as _____.
Anthropocentrism
