TP REVISON

Question 1

Who is considered the founder of Western philosophy?

Answer 1

Socrates

Socrates lived from 469-399 BC and is known for his contributions to ethics and epistemology.

Question 2

Who was Socrates’ most famous student?

Answer 2

Plato

Plato was also a significant philosopher and mathematician.

Question 3

What does the word ‘ethics’ derive from?

Answer 3

The Greek ‘ethos’

‘Ethos’ refers to ‘habit’ or ‘custom’.

Question 4

What is ethics primarily concerned with?

Answer 4

People’s morality

Ethics examines what is right and wrong in human behavior.

Question 5

What does the word ‘moral’ come from?

Answer 5

The Latin ‘moralitas’

‘Moralitas’ refers to ‘proper behaviour’.

Question 6

What did Socrates believe about wisdom?

Answer 6

True wisdom begins with knowing that you know nothing

This idea emphasizes the importance of humility in the pursuit of knowledge.

Question 7

What did the oracle declare about Socrates?

Answer 7

He was the wisest person in all of Greece

This statement puzzled Socrates, leading him to explore the nature of wisdom.

Question 8

How did Socrates respond to the oracle’s claim?

Answer 8

He questioned why he was considered wise despite knowing little

This inquiry reflects Socrates’ method of questioning and dialogue.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: The beginning of true wisdom is recognizing that _______.

Answer 9

there is always more to discover

Question 10

What is the significance of admitting ignorance according to Socrates?

Answer 10

It is a sign of great wisdom

This perspective encourages continuous learning and questioning.

Question 11

What is the primary focus of ethics?

Answer 11

Understanding human morality and societal functioning

Ethics has been a central theme in philosophical inquiry throughout history.

Question 12

In which work does Socrates discuss the idea of justice?

Answer 12

The Republic

Plato wrote ‘The Republic’ where Socratic dialogues explore various philosophical themes.

Question 13

Define ‘Ethics’.

Answer 13

‘Ethics’ is the study of what is right and wrong in human behaviour.

Question 14

Define ‘Morality’.

Answer 14

‘Morality’ refers to principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

Question 15

Define ‘Reason’.

Answer 15

‘Reason’ is the power of the mind to think, understand, and form judgments logically.

Question 16

True or False: Socrates believed that acknowledging one’s ignorance is unwise.

Answer 16

False

Socrates viewed the acknowledgment of ignorance as a crucial step toward wisdom.