Philosophy

Philosophy Study Guide

6. Which philosopher proposed an actively engaged and synthesizing intelligence that constructs knowledge based on experiences? a. Descartes b. Plato c. Kant d. Hume 7. Which philosopher expanded the concept of the self to include the thinking, reasoning mind believing that the act of thinking about the self –of being self-conscious- is in itself proof that there is a self? a. Kant b. Descartes c. Locke d. Plato 8. What term is referred to as a view that believes that the mind is the brain and over time, a mature neuroscience vocabulary will replace folk psychology that we currently use about ourselves and our minds? a. Rationalism b. Materialism c. Eliminative materialism d. Phenomenology 9. Which philosopher argued that a new, accurate, objective, and scientifically based understanding of our selves will contribute toward a more peaceful and human society? a. Kant b. Churchland c. Hume d. Locke 10. Which philosopher further defines the soul or self as having three components: reason, physical appetite, and spirit? a. Plato b. Socrates c. Hume d. Locke Answer Keys found on page 127

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