Greek Philosophers
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Social Studies
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9th Grade
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Hard
Allison Bair
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13 Slides • 21 Questions
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Multiple Choice
All ancient river valley civilizations were affected by flooding. What was different about the Indus valley civilization?
They also had to contend with earthquakes and heavy monsoon rains
The floods were regular and predictable.
They lived in the Hindu Kush mountains which are full of volcanoes that regularly erupted.
They had developed no ships that could navigate the rivers.
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Multiple Choice
In Hinduism, the highest goal of the individual soul was:
to achieve moksha
to enter into a permanent union with Shiva
to have good karma and dharma
to be reincarnated into the warrior caste
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Multiple Choice
A book about contributions made by the civilization of ancient Egypt would most likely include the achievements listed in which column of the table?
A
B
C
D
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Multiple Choice
Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?
Muhammad
Abraham
Siddhartha Gautama
Ashoka
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What is the purpose of the philosopher in the Allegory of the Cave?
To represent the prisoners in the cave
To represent the enlightened individual
To symbolize ignorance
To depict the shadows on the cave wall
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Multiple Choice
What is the definition of philosophy as described in the image?
The study of life, knowledge, problems, reality, & reason
The study of science and technology
The study of art and culture
The study of history and politics
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Multiple Choice
What were the Sophists known for?
Traveling Greek city-states
Teaching for free
Being philosophers
Writing poetry
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Multiple Choice
What is the significance of Socrates' quote, "The unexamined life is not worth living"?
It emphasizes the importance of self-reflection
It suggests that life is meaningless
It promotes living without questioning
It discourages philosophical inquiry
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Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of the Socratic Method?
To provide direct answers
To foster deep understanding
To discourage questioning
To promote memorization
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Multiple Choice
What could potentially misrepresent the statistics in the presentation of data?
The reputation of the source.
The range of values on the y-axis of a graph.
The ability of the source to observe the claim.
The consistency of the evidence.
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Multiple Choice
To evaluate an argument means...
Determining if the writer's sources are credible.
Determining if the argument is supported by strong evidence.
Determining if the writer explains how the evidence supports the reasons/points given.
All of the above.
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Multiple Choice
What was Socrates put on trial for?
Corrupting the youth
Teaching philosophy
Disrespecting the gods
Leading a rebellion
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Multiple Choice
What are some key contributions of Plato to philosophy?
He founded The Academy
He was a student of Aristotle
He wrote The Republic
He was a mathematician
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What is Plato's Academy described as?
A school for philosophers
The 1st European university
A place for art
A historical landmark
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Multiple Choice
What is the process of enlightenment in the Allegory of the Cave?
The process involves the journey from stupidity to intelligence.
The process involves the journey from ignorance to knowledge and understanding.
The process involves the journey from confusion to clarity.
The process involves the journey from darkness to light.
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Multiple Choice
What contributions did Aristotle make to the field of study?
Developed Logic
Studied Mathematics
Wrote Poetry
Created Art
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Multiple Choice
What is one of Aristotle's notable contributions to education?
Tutored Alexander the Great
Founded a university in Rome
Wrote the Iliad
Developed the scientific method
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Multiple Choice
Who did Aristotle tutor?
Your mom
Alexander the Great
Miky
Bob
i don't know
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Multiple Choice
What are the key contributions of Greek philosophers as mentioned in the image?
Encouraged deep thought
Developed the Scientific Method
Promoted critical thinking about government
All of the above
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Open Ended
What has the biggest influence on intelligence - intuition, reason, or observation? Explain.
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Poll
How confident do you feel about this topic now?
All ancient river valley civilizations were affected by flooding. What was different about the Indus valley civilization?
They also had to contend with earthquakes and heavy monsoon rains
The floods were regular and predictable.
They lived in the Hindu Kush mountains which are full of volcanoes that regularly erupted.
They had developed no ships that could navigate the rivers.
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