Western
Non-Western & Asian
Ethics
Art & Aesthetics
Indigenous
100
Who is considered the "Father of Western Philosophy"?
A) Aristotle
B) Socrates
C) Plato
D) Descartes
Socrates
100
Which philosophy is based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama?
A) Confucianism
B) Taoism
C) Buddhism
D) Shinto
Buddhism
100
Which ethical theory, developed by Aristotle, emphasizes the importance of character and virtues in moral decision-making?
A) Utilitarianism
B) Deontology
C) Virtue Ethics
D) Hedonism
Virtue Ethics
100
Who is known as the father of modern art?
A. Claude Monet
B. Pablo Picasso
C. Vincent van Gogh
D. Henri Matisse
Pablo Picasso
100
In Māori philosophy, what does the concept of mana refer to?
A) Spiritual power and authority
B) Communal responsibility
C) The interconnectedness of nature
D) A cycle of life and rebirth
Spiritual power and authority
200
Which philosopher wrote The Republic, a book about justice and the ideal state?
A) Aristotle
B) Hobbes
C) Plato
D) Locke
Plato
200
Which Chinese philosopher emphasized filial piety and the importance of family relationships?
A) Laozi
B) Zhuangzi
C) Confucius
D) Mozi
Confucius
200
What is the concept of "the good life" in virtue ethics?
A) A life of pleasure and wealth
B) A life of obedience to religious laws
C) A life of virtue and flourishing
D) A life free from social responsibilities
A life of virtue and flourishing (eudaimonia)
200
What is the definition of "surrealism" in art?
A. A style that focuses on realistic depictions of everyday life
B. An art movement emphasizing the representation of abstract concepts
C. A movement aimed at expressing the unconscious mind and dreams
D. A technique used to blend multiple forms of visual media
A movement aimed at expressing the unconscious mind and dreams
200
In Native American philosophy, what is often emphasized as a primary way of gaining wisdom?
A) Logical reasoning and debate
B) Experiential learning and connection to the land
C) Strict adherence to written texts
D) Isolation and introspection
Experiential learning and connection to the land
300
Which philosopher argued that life in the state of nature would be "nasty, brutish, and short"?
A) Thomas Hobbes
B) John Locke
C) Jean-Jacques Rousseau
D) Jeremy Bentham
Thomas Hobbes
300
In Hindu philosophy, what term refers to the ultimate reality or universal spirit?
A) Dharma
B) Brahman
C) Karma
D) Atman
Brahman
300
What does the term "moral particularism" refer to in ethics?
A) The belief in universal moral laws
B) The idea that moral rules apply equally in all situations
C) The view that morality depends on the context of each situation
D) The rejection of any form of ethical reasoning
The view that morality depends on the context of each situation
300
What is the central difference between "fine art" and "applied art"?
A. Fine art is always abstract, while applied art is realistic.
B. Fine art is created for functional purposes, while applied art is decorative.
C. Fine art is more expensive than applied art.
D. Fine art is created for aesthetic enjoyment, while applied art serves a practical function.
Fine art is created for aesthetic enjoyment, while applied art serves a practical function.
300
In Micronesian spirituality, what is the role of aniti or ancestral spirits?
A) They are considered malevolent forces to be avoided
B) They serve as protectors and guides for their descendants
C) They are worshipped as gods
D) They represent abstract concepts of morality
They serve as protectors and guides for their descendants
400
Which Enlightenment thinker argued for separation of powers in government?
A) John Locke
B) Voltaire
C) Jean-Jacques Rousseau
D) Montesquieu
Montesquieu
400
What is the primary focus of existentialism as a philosophical movement?
A) Objective morality
B) The meaning of life
C) Social justice
D) Empirical knowledge
The meaning of life
400
What are "supererogatory actions" in moral philosophy?
A) Actions that are forbidden by moral rules
B) Actions that go beyond moral obligations and are praiseworthy
C) Actions that fulfill basic moral duties
D) Actions that violate ethical principles
Actions that go beyond moral obligations and are praiseworthy
400
What is the philosophical significance of "art as experience," according to John Dewey?
A. Art is a form of personal expression that does not require an audience.
B. Art is a static object with fixed meanings that must be interpreted.
C. Art is an experience that involves the viewer in a dynamic, emotional, and intellectual interaction.
D. Art only exists in museums and galleries, separate from daily life.
Art is an experience that involves the viewer in a dynamic, emotional, and intellectual interaction.
400
Comparative philosophy often seeks to identify points of connection and divergence between traditions. What is a common challenge in this process?
A) Lack of interest in non-Western traditions
B) Translating culturally specific concepts without losing meaning
C) Limited access to philosophical texts
D) The absence of philosophical ideas in some cultures
Translating culturally specific concepts without losing meaning
500
What philosophical concept is Immanuel Kant most famous for?
A) Categorical Imperative
B) Utilitarianism
C) Empiricism
D) Existentialism
Categorical Imperative
500
What is the concept of "yinyang" and its role in Chinese philosophy?
A) The eternal struggle between good and evil
B) A principle of dual, complementary forces that balance the universe
C) A spiritual deity in Taoism
D) The rejection of opposites in favor of uniformity
A principle of dual, complementary forces that balance the universe
500
What is "ethical dualism"?
A) The belief in two opposing forces of morality, such as good and evil
B) A theory combining virtue ethics and utilitarianism
C) A moral framework focusing on individual self-interest
D) A system of ethics that relies on religious commandments
The belief in two opposing forces of morality, such as good and evil
500
What is the concept of "art as a language" in the philosophy of art?
A. Art functions as a form of communication, conveying meaning through symbols and expression.
B. Art is a universal language that can be understood by everyone.
C. Art is only a visual experience without any meaning.
D. Art is a static object that cannot evolve over time.
Art functions as a form of communication, conveying meaning through symbols and expression.
500
Which African philosophical concept emphasizes communalism and the idea that "a person is a person through other persons"?
A) Ubuntu
B) Harambee
C) Sankofa
D) Ujamaa
Ubuntu