Bertrand russell thought philosophy was important because

Question 1

According to the reading, Abraham was an example of blind faith.
True

False

3 points

Question 2

The study of biology would be considered a

first-order discipline

second-order discipline

third-order discipline

multi-ordered discipline

3 points

Question 3

Philosophy is mostly interested in discovering new factual data.
True

False

3 points

Question 4

A statement about what a person ought to do is called:

an indicative claim

a rational claim

a normative claim

a legislative claim

3 points

Question 5

Which of the following are philosophers concerned about:

the nature of reality

the reason why we believe what we believe

the method we use to discover truth

all of the above

3 points

Question 6

Our intellectual appetite is a natural desire to know and understand.
True

False

3 points

Question 7

Bertrand Russell thought philosophy was important because:

It is necessary to establish our worldview.

It affects our daily choices.

It rids us of dogmatism and prejudices.

It clarifies our beliefs.

3 points

Question 8

Adopting the philosophical mindset is more like a job than a vocation.
True

False

3 points

Question 9

By saying worldview is consistent we mean that:

There are no contradictions in the worldview.

The worldview can account for new knowledge.

The beliefs of the worldview mutually support one another.

The worldview has the best explanatory power.

3 points

Question 10

What should one do if one encounters a new belief that creates inconsistency in a one’s set of beliefs:

Adjust the set to account for the new belief.

Abandon the set of beliefs and create a new one.

Abandon the new belief as it doesn’t fit with the established set.

Go with whatever the strongest evidence points to.

3 points

Question 11

One finds a general principle in Scripture and then attempts to apply it to an example in current times. The presentation describes this process as:

Prooftexting

Ladder of abstraction

Contextualization

Hermeneutics

3 points

Question 12

The three elements listed in the reading that fulfill the biblical mandate to develop a Christian philosophical mindset would include one of the following:

sharing the gospel to those with other worldviews

construction of a neutral worldview

systematic theology

refuting philosophies contrary to Christianity

3 points

Question 13

How does the story in Acts 17 demonstrate the value of reason:

Paul contrasts vain philosophy with philosophy according to Christ.

The Bereans are praised as being noble for their use of reason.

Abraham trusted God for good reasons.

Paul contrasts arguments set against God with thoughts captive to Christ.

3 points

Question 14

The passage that says we should always be prepared to offer a defense for the hope within us:

I Pet 3:15

II Cor 10:5

Col 2:8

I Tim 2:15

3 points

Question 15

What was Paul doing in Col 2:

Reasoning in the synagogue about the resurrection of Jesus.

Offering final instructions about the administration of the church.

Defending his apostleship.

Addressing a heresy that had invaded the local church.

3 points

Question 16

By “critical usage” of scripture is meant:

take into account the historical context and literary context.

one should approach scripture with a negative bias against it

only appeal to scripture when no other evidence is available

only appeal to scripture with unbelievers.

3 points

Question 17

The Bible adequately addresses almost every philosophical issue and question.
True

False

3 points

Question 18

Which of the following was NOT within the guidelines recommended for the “critical use” of scripture in doing philosophy:

recognize the difference between the text and your interpretation of the text.

be open to alternative interpretations of difficult texts

take seriously the historical interpretations of the church

support all your philosophical beliefs with scriptural quotes

3 points

Question 19

We are having a debate about organ transplants and the lack of available organs. You suggest that organs should be available to those who can pay for them. I argue the rich would buy all the available organs and that wouldn’t be fair to those who can’t afford to pay for organs. Under which branch of philosophy would you place our discussion:

Philosophy of science

Philosophy of medicine

Ethics

Philosophy of law

3 points

Question 20

In the presentation we answered the misconception that there are no answers to most philosophical questions by saying:

That is the nature of philosophy.

Actually there are usually many answers.

It’s all relative.

It depends on your perspective.