B.L.A.; occasionally A.L.B. Bachelor of Liberal Arts Philosophy and Ethics 2

Question 1

Jean-Paul Sartre's existentialist claim that 'existence precedes essence' means which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Humans create their own meaning and identity through choices rather than having a predetermined nature

Answer

Sartre argued that humans first exist, then define themselves through their actions and choices, rejecting any predetermined human essence or purpose.

Question 2

The philosophical problem of 'the mind-body problem' concerns which fundamental question?

Accepted Answer

How the immaterial mind relates to and interacts with the physical body

Answer

The mind-body problem addresses the relationship between mental states (consciousness, thought) and physical brain states, most famously formulated by Descartes.

Question 3

In John Rawls' theory of justice, the 'veil of ignorance' is a thought experiment designed to achieve which goal?

Accepted Answer

Determining fair principles of justice by imagining we don't know our place in society

Answer

Behind the veil of ignorance, rational people choose principles of justice without knowing their social position, ensuring impartial and fair principles.

Question 4

Socrates' philosophical method known as the 'Socratic method' primarily involves which approach?

Accepted Answer

Asking probing questions to expose contradictions and lead interlocutors toward truth

Answer

The Socratic method uses systematic questioning and dialogue to expose faulty reasoning and guide people toward a deeper understanding.

Question 5

The philosophical concept of 'moral relativism' holds which position?

Accepted Answer

Moral judgments are not universally true but relative to cultural or individual perspectives

Answer

Moral relativism maintains that moral truths are not objective or universal but vary depending on cultural, historical, or individual contexts.

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B.L.A.; occasionally A.L.B. Bachelor of Liberal Arts Philosophy and Ethics 2