Question 1

The theory of mind-body dualism forms an important aspect in the philosophy of _________.
A)rene descartes
B)john locke
C)karl marx
D)leibnitz

Accepted Answer

The theory of mind-body dualism, which posits that the mind and body are fundamentally distinct kinds of substances or realities, is most closely associated with René Descartes.

Question 2

___________ is the branch of philosophy that deals with the problems concerning knowledge.
A)metaphysics
B)ethics
C)aesthetics
D)epistemology

Accepted Answer

Epistemology is the branch of philosophy concerned with the theory of knowledge, including questions about its nature, sources, limitations, and validity.

Question 3

The branch of Philosophy that deals with values is known as __________.
A)metaphysics
B)ontology
C)axiology
D)epistemology

Accepted Answer

Axiology is the branch of philosophy that studies values, including aesthetics (the study of beauty) and ethics (the study of morality).

Question 4

__________ is a normative science.
A)logic
B)ethics
C)aesthetics
D)all these

Accepted Answer

Normative science deals with the norms or standards that guide actions and judgments. Logic, ethics, and aesthetics are all considered normative sciences because they study the principles and criteria of valid reasoning, moral conduct, and beauty or art, respectively.

Question 5

The root word of 'Ethics' means _________.
A)thought
B)customs
C)activity
D)good

Accepted Answer

The root word of 'Ethics' comes from the Greek word 'ethos' which means 'customs'.

Question 6

___________ is not applicable to Science.
A)systematic body of knowledge
B)tentative knowledge
C)based on observation
D)hypothesis is significant

Accepted Answer

Science is characterized by systematic knowledge, observations, and significant hypotheses. However, the term "tentative knowledge" suggests uncertainty and changeability, which contrasts with the established and tested knowledge that science aims to achieve. While scientific knowledge can be revised and updated, it strives for reliability and accuracy rather than being fundamentally tentative.

Question 7

___________ belongs to Applied Ethics.
A)environmental ethics
B)medical ethics
C)legal ethics
D)all these

Accepted Answer

Environmental ethics, medical ethics, and legal ethics are all branches of applied ethics, which is concerned with the moral considerations surrounding specific practical issues.

Question 8

The Philosophical study of art and beauty is termed _________.
A)ethics
B)aesthetics
C)logic
D)drama

Accepted Answer

The philosophical study of art and beauty is termed aesthetics. It deals with questions regarding what is considered beautiful, how beauty is perceived, and what constitutes art.

Question 9

__________ is a mixed form of art.
A)dance
B)music
C)sculpture
D)painting

Accepted Answer

Dance is a mixed form of art as it combines elements of music, movement, and visual expression.

Question 10

The habitual performance of duties leads to ________.
A)rights
B)duties
C)virtues
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The habitual performance of duties leads to virtues, as it is through consistent and ethical behavior that one develops moral excellence and righteousness.

Question 11

The experience produced by a work of art is referred to as _________.
A)aesthetic experience
B)intuitive experience
C)direct experience
D)mystic experience

Accepted Answer

The term "aesthetic experience" refers to the experience produced by a work of art, focusing on the appreciation of beauty, form, and emotional impact.

Question 12

The Indian term for Aesthetics is ________.
A)soundarya sastra
B)asvadana sastra
C)sahradaya sastra
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

The Indian term for Aesthetics is "soundarya sastra," which directly translates to the science or study of beauty.

Question 13

Identify the odd one.
A)socrates
B)aquinas
C)augustine
D)anselm

Accepted Answer

Socrates is the odd one out because he was a classical Greek philosopher, while Aquinas, Augustine, and Anselm were all medieval philosophers and theologians.

Question 14

Protagoras belongs to the ________ School.
A)ionian
B)sophist
C)theistic
D)mystic

Accepted Answer

Protagoras is most famously associated with the Sophist school of ancient Greek philosophy, known for their skill in teaching and rhetoric, and their relativistic views on knowledge and truth.

Question 15

Identify the odd one.
A)metaphysics
B)axiology
C)epistemology
D)psychology

Accepted Answer

Psychology is the odd one out because it is a scientific discipline focused on the study and understanding of the mind and behavior, whereas metaphysics, axiology, and epistemology are branches of philosophy concerned with the nature of reality, the study of values, and the theory of knowledge, respectively.

Quiz 4: Philosophical Concepts and Branches

The theory of mind-body dualism forms an important aspect in the philosophy of _________.

___________ is the branch of philosophy that deals with the problems concerning knowledge.

The branch of Philosophy that deals with values is known as __________.

__________ is a normative science.

The root word of 'Ethics' means _________.

___________ is not applicable to Science.

___________ belongs to Applied Ethics.

The Philosophical study of art and beauty is termed _________.

__________ is a mixed form of art.

The habitual performance of duties leads to ________.

The experience produced by a work of art is referred to as _________.

The Indian term for Aesthetics is ________.

Identify the odd one.

Protagoras belongs to the ________ School.

Identify the odd one.