Scepticism

Question 1

Define global scepticism

Answer 1

Any knowledge of the world is impossible.

Question 2

What is a problem with Global scepticism

Answer 2

Undermines itself, suggesting that no knowledge exists, suggests that we cannot know if global scepticism is true or not

Question 3

Define local scepticism

Answer 3

We cannot have knowledge of certain subjects, and that you can hold a certain belief, but it does not immediately turn into knowledge.

Question 4

Define methodological scepticism

Answer 4

The belief that we must reject all beliefs and start again in order to find true knowledge, because historically some beliefs have turned out to be false despite once being thought to be true.

Question 5

What is Descartes’ method of doubt?

Answer 5

Argues that only beliefs that are certain and indubitable can be held as true knowledge