ASSIGNMENT What do you think Aristotle would have to say about the theory of “ideas” or “forms” that Plato expounds in the Republic? Does he also have a theory of ideas, or forms, that we discover primarily in his Physics and Metaphysics? If so, how is it different, or not, from Plato’s? Which account is […]
Describe the Form of some ordinary objects around you, in accordance with Plato’s theory. How do you know whether an object is defined by one Form or another?
Justice and the Good Society Evaluate the philosophical claims in Chapter 9 from The Big Questions: A Short Introduction to Philosophy The Big Questions Examine the following arguments. Are they inductive or deductive arguments? Are they valid and sound? If they are invalid or unsound, why? Is there anything else wrong with them? (You may […]
Briefly, state and explain the four types of alienation according to Marx's theory of workers' alienation under capitalism.
PHI 310 final exam Answer one and only one of the following short answer questions by entering your response in the space provided. There is no specific length requirement, but a suitable answer will consist of about 6 or 7 pointed, well-formulated, and accurate sentences. (1) Using your own words, briefly explain Hegel's notion of […]
Write a well-condensed and composed entry containing the elements: a succinct summary of the reading material or section of your choice.
Chap 4 & 5 Book: The Big Questions: A Short Introduction to Philosophy (10th Edition) Chapter 4 titled(The Nature of Reality) & Chapter 5 (The Search of Truth) Write a well-condensed and composed entry containing all three elements: a succinct summary of the reading material or section of your choice a critical response to or […]
Summarize Anselm’s ontological argument. Explain why, or why not you agree with it?
PROMPT Summarize Anselm’s ontological argument. Do you agree with it? why, or why not? Anselm claims that it’s impossible to be an atheist. Explain his reasoning. Do you agree, or not?
What is the overall topic of the Meno? And how is it relevant to the Athenians or to us for that matter?
Assignment – Meno At the end of the Meno (around 100b) Socrates says that if Meno can convince Anytus of the things they have concluded in the dialogue he will provide a benefit to the Athenians. Given the background of the Apology what do you think Socrates means by this. What is the overall topic […]
Do the definitions have any practical relevance? Explain using examples from the dialogues and or your own experience.
Euthyphro Socrates In the Euthyphro Socrates insists on the importance of definition. If one doesn’t know a things definition then one can’t know a thing. This requirement has led to the charge of the Socratic fallacy; one can use word properly (be a competent language user) without actually knowing the definition of a word. This […]
Choose one conspiracy theory and explain it in one paragraph. Evaluate the motives of conspirators and the motives of people who are endorsing the theory.
Conspiracy Theories The objective of this assignment is for you to demonstrate understanding of the criteria for evaluation of conspiracy theories by applying them to a theory of your choice. 1. Study class notes on conspiracy A theories to get acquainted with the criteria for their evaluation. 2. Choose one conspiracy theory and explain it […]
Summarize Anselm’s ontological argument. Do you agree with it? why, why not?
Anselm’s ontological argument 1. Summarize Anselm’s ontological argument. Do you agree with it? why, why not? Anselm claims that it’s important to be an atheist. Explain his reasoning. Do you agree, or not?
What would it mean to persuade the laws as it is described in the Crito? Does Socrates’ account adequately allow for resisting evil legislation or is it essentially just a way to maintain the status quo?
Essay Assignment Write a 2-4 page essay (in Word or rich text format, double spaced, size 12 font) on one of the following topics. 1. In the Euthyphro the third definition of piety is what all the gods love. What are some objections to this definition that are offered by Socrates. 2. In the Apology […]