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.