Philosophy Seminar
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Course Introduction
The Philosophy Seminar is an advanced, discussion-based course designed to engage students in the critical examination of significant philosophical texts, themes, and problems. Through focused readings and interactive dialogue, participants will refine their skills in argumentation, analysis, and interpretation, covering topics such as ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, or political philosophy. The seminar format prioritizes student-led discussion, collaborative inquiry, and research, culminating in presentations or substantial written projects that demonstrate an in-depth understanding of complex philosophical issues. This course is ideal for students seeking to deepen their philosophical knowledge and foster independent critical thought.
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Philosophic Classics From Plato to Derrida 6th Edition by Forrest Baird
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Chapter 1: Ancient Greek Philosophy
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Sample Questions
Q1) Socrates responds to Crito,saying that he cannot leave because the "laws of Athens" tell him that
A)he cannot enjoy the privileges of a society without also subjecting himself to its justice.
B)if a city is unjust,one must stay and protest until justice is done.
C)the city is more important than the individuals involved and so its judgments are always right.
D)he deserves his penalty.
Answer: A
Q2) With regards to miracles,Hume believes that
A)they are absolutely impossible,because they violate the laws of nature.
B)because there is no law of causality,they are a perfectly reasonable and likely happening.
C)they must happen often,based on the rejection of causality.
D)the possibility of miracles is overshadowed by the greater possibility of nature remaining uniform.
Answer: C
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