Question 1

Philosophy, being an ancient art, cannot be applied to modern social problems such as racism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Terms such as "consequently," "therefore," and "as a result" are

Accepted Answer

A)  premise indicator words. 
B)  conclusion indicator words. 
C)  statements. 
D)  persuaders. 
A)  premise indicator words. 
B)  conclusion indicator words. 
C)  statements. 
D)  persuaders.

Question 3

An argument of this form-If p, then q; p; therefore, q-is called modus tollens.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The study of value in the broadest sense (moral, aesthetic, etc.) is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  metaphysics. 
B)  epistemology. 
C)  quantum physics. 
D)  axiology. 
A)  metaphysics. 
B)  epistemology. 
C)  quantum physics. 
D)  axiology.

Question 5

In the argument form known as inference to the best explanation, we reason in this fashion: Two or more things are similar in several ways; therefore, they are probably similar in one further way.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

For Socrates, the soul is harmed by lack of

Accepted Answer

A)  knowledge. 
B)  wealth. 
C)  community. 
D)  courage. 
A)  knowledge. 
B)  wealth. 
C)  community. 
D)  courage.

Question 7

An argument is synonymous with persuasion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is an argument? To demonstrate your understanding, devise a sample argument. Is your argument deductive or inductive? Explain the difference between the two.

Accepted Answer

An argument is a logical and reasoned pr

Question 9

In discussing the Dunning-Kruger effect, Tom Nichols claims that "the pernicious idea that 'everyone can be an expert'…is dangerous." What does Nichols mean by this claim?

Accepted Answer

Tom Nichols, in discussing the Dunning-K

Question 10

The Dunning-Kruger Effect is not limited to logical reasoning, but also to emotional intelligence and social awareness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Evidence is something that _______

Accepted Answer

A)  makes a statement more likely to be true. 
B)  is a statement preceded by words like "therefore." 
C)  guarantees that a statement is true. 
D)  one perceives or feels to be true. 
A)  makes a statement more likely to be true. 
B)  is a statement preceded by words like "therefore." 
C)  guarantees that a statement is true. 
D)  one perceives or feels to be true.

Question 12

In ancient times, Theano was the wife and learned companion of Socrates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Philosophy, being an ancient art, cannot be applied to modern social problems such as racism.

Terms such as "consequently," "therefore," and "as a result" are

An argument of this form-If p, then q; p; therefore, q-is called modus tollens.

The study of value in the broadest sense (moral, aesthetic, etc.) is known as

In the argument form known as inference to the best explanation, we reason in this fashion: Two or more things are similar in several ways; therefore, they are probably similar in one further way.

For Socrates, the soul is harmed by lack of

An argument is synonymous with persuasion.

What is an argument? To demonstrate your understanding, devise a sample argument. Is your argument deductive or inductive? Explain the difference between the two.

In discussing the Dunning-Kruger effect, Tom Nichols claims that "the pernicious idea that 'everyone can be an expert'…is dangerous." What does Nichols mean by this claim?

The Dunning-Kruger Effect is not limited to logical reasoning, but also to emotional intelligence and social awareness.

Evidence is something that _______

In ancient times, Theano was the wife and learned companion of Socrates.

God and Religion

Morality and the Moral Life

Mind and Body

Free Will and Determinism

Knowledge and Skepticism

Aesthetics

The Just Society

The Meaning of Life

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Exam 1: Philosophy and You

Philosophy, being an ancient art, cannot be applied to modern social problems such as racism.

Terms such as "consequently," "therefore," and "as a result" are

An argument of this form-If p, then q; p; therefore, q-is called modus tollens.

The study of value in the broadest sense (moral, aesthetic, etc.) is known as

In the argument form known as inference to the best explanation, we reason in this fashion: Two or more things are similar in several ways; therefore, they are probably similar in one further way.

For Socrates, the soul is harmed by lack of

An argument is synonymous with persuasion.

What is an argument? To demonstrate your understanding, devise a sample argument. Is your argument deductive or inductive? Explain the difference between the two.

In discussing the Dunning-Kruger effect, Tom Nichols claims that "the pernicious idea that 'everyone can be an expert'…is dangerous." What does Nichols mean by this claim?

The Dunning-Kruger Effect is not limited to logical reasoning, but also to emotional intelligence and social awareness.

Evidence is something that _______

In ancient times, Theano was the wife and learned companion of Socrates.

God and Religion

Morality and the Moral Life

Mind and Body

Free Will and Determinism

Knowledge and Skepticism

Aesthetics

The Just Society

The Meaning of Life

Filters