Philosophy

Philosophy Study Guide

6. What term refers to the position of the senses and that sense experiences are primary in acquiring knowledge? a. Form b. Rationalism c. Empiricism d. Metaphysics 7. Which philosopher was best known for his theory of ‘Cogito ergo sum’, which he believed provided him with a foundation of absolute certainty on which he could construct a system of true beliefs through the power of reason? a. Descartes b. Thales c. Xenophanes d. Leucippus 8. What is the term that refers to creative drive or inner urge that impels all things to achieve their purpose in life? a. Infinite regress b. Entelechy c. Form d. Metaphysics 9. What term refers to the position that reason has precedence over other ways of acquiring knowledge? a. Epistemology b. Infinite regress c. Rationalism d. Form 10. In Plato’s metaphysics, the ideal essence of a thing is called ______. a. Form b. Empiricism c. Entelechy d. Infinite regress Answer Keys found on page 127

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