SUMMATIVE TEST #1 IN PHILOSOPHY

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1. Most of social science concepts have etymological background. Which of the following tells about the
etymology or origin of the term philosophy?
A. The term philosophy comes from two Greek words philo and sophia which means “to love” and
“wisdom”, respectively.
B. The term philosophy comes from Confucian idea which says that deep thinking is essential to one’s
well-being.
C. The term philosophy comes from two Greek words philo and sophia which means “to argue” and
“agree”, respectively.
D. D. The term philosophy was coined by early philosophers which means reasoning.

2. It is the study or discipline that uses human reason to investigate the ultimate causes, reasons which
govern all things.
A. Epistemology B. Logic C. Philosophy D.
Metaphysics

3. It is a branch of philosophy which deals with questions regarding reality and existence.
A. Epistemology B. Logic C. Philosophy D.
Metaphysics

4. It is a branch of philosophy which deals with correct reasoning.

A. Epistemology B. Logic C. Philosophy D.
Metaphysics

5. Social Science is composed of many different disciplines. Which of the following statements shows the
relationship between Social Science and Philosophy?
A. Social Science and Philosophy are disciplines. C. Philosophy is a discipline under
Social Science.
B. It employed in many different disciplines in making arguments. D. Social Science is a discipline
under Philosophy.
6. What does the Greek word “philosophia” mean?”.
A. Love of knowledge B. Love of parents C. Art of questioning D. Love of wisdom

7. Disciplines like Economics, Sociology, Psychology, History, among others; follow scientific method in
their inquiry. What makes Philosophy a science?
A. It enables us to find answers to our questions. C. It helps other sciences in their quest for
answers.
B. It because reasoning itself is a science. D. It is an organized body of knowledge just like
any other sciences.

8. Philosophy is considered as a science. However, what makes it different from other sciences?
A. It is different from other sciences ,It considers itself unique.
B. It is different from other sciences because it focuses mainly on reasoning.
C. it does not employ laboratory instrument nor any investigative tools but instead uses human
reason alone.
D. It is different from other sciences simply because philosophers are different from scientists.

9. Philosophy is overarching other sciences. What makes philosophical approach overarching other
sciences?
A. Philosophy is said to be overarching other sciences for the reason that it became a discipline ahead
of other sciences.
B. Philosophy is said to be overarching other sciences because all of them originated from it.
C. Philosophy is said to be overarching other sciences because it studies everything.
D. Philosophy is said to be overarching other sciences because each field of science uses scientific
method just like Philosophy

10. One of the characteristics of doing philosophy is that it is multidimensional in its approach. What does
means?
A. Does not limit himself to a particular object of inquiry. C. A philosopher questions almost
anything, if not everything.
B. A philosophical approach must be based on empirical evidences. D. Both A and B are
correct.

11. Philosophy follows First Cause or Highest Principle. Which of the following pertains to the Principle of
Identity?
 A. It is impossible for a thing to be and not to be at the same time, and at the same respect”. C.
“Everything is what it is”.
B. “Nothing exists without enough reason for its being and existence”. D. “A thing is either
is or is not,

12. The Principle of Sufficient Reason states that “nothing exists without sufficient reason for its being and
existence”. Which of the following scenarios best describes this principle?
A. Ghosts as popularly known are spirits who could not be accepted either in hell nor in heaven.
B. Anything afloat the atmosphere will fall down on Earth because gravity will work on it after some
time in one way or another.
C. Cats have nine lives because they can easily prevent accidents.
D. Happy people are those who are contented with their lives.

13. One distinguishing characteristic of philosophy is that it uses Natural Light of Reason. Choose from the
following statements below that best describes this characteristic.
A. A philosopher uses his natural capacity to think or the so-called unaided reason.
B. A philosopher uses experiments to test his arguments and consequently uses the result of such
experiment to aid his reasoning.
C. A philosopher employs his gut feeling in order to arrive at reasonable argument.
D. A philosopher can assume what the majority thinks and consider such as valid reasoning
14. One of the Highest Principles employed by philosophical inquiry is the Principle of Non Contradiction.
Which of the following statements best applies this principle?
A. A cow is the same as beef. C. If Ana went to school, then she is not anywhere else.
B. Ice is a liquid matter in solid form. D. None of the above

15. A coin can land on heads or tails. Which of the following statements principle this statement applies?
A. Principles Identity B. Principles non-Contradiction C. Principles Excluded Middle D.
none of the above

16. The establishment of criteria of beauty is the function of aesthetics. Which of the following statements
shows the importance of aesthetics to us?
A. It helps us understand better the nature and origin of knowledge.
B. It brings us in touch with our culture & the arts.
C. It serves as a tool in unraveling the unknown.
D. It enables us to make plausible arguments.

17. As branch of Philosophy logic does not provide us with knowledge directly. What then is the role of logic
in Philosophy?
A. Logic enhances appreciation of arguments. C. Logic is used in some disciplines like
mathematics.
B. Logic offers opportunities discovering new knowledge. D. It serves as tool concerning the validity
of our arguments.

18. A fundamental and necessary drive in every human being is knowing what is real. Which among the
branches of Philosophy accounts for the unreal in terms of what we accept as real?
A. Aesthetics B. Ethics C. Logic D. Metaphysics

19. It is an idea regarding correctness and values.

A. Ethics B. Holistic C. Logic D. Reflection

20. Ethics is the branch of Philosophy that explores the nature of moral virtue and evaluates human
actions. Which of the following statements exemplifies the value of ethics in Philosophy?
A. Women are not inferior to men and that both must complement each other. C. All matters
are composed of atoms.
B. Ideas are forms of thought representing the real objects. D. No man is an island

21. If other branch deals with what is right or wrong. What does epistemology deal with?
A. Epistemology deals with the other branches of Philosophy
B. Epistemology concerns itself with how to make arguments more valid and essential.
C. Epistemology deals with the nature, sources, limitations and validity of knowledge.
D. Epistemology focuses on discovering new knowledge unknown to men.

22. Logic is not interested with what we know. Rather, it concerns itself on the truth and validity of our
arguments. Who was the philosopher who devised the first method of logic?
A. Aristotle B. Plato C. Socrates D. Zeno
23. Metaphysical discourses are characterized by examination of unobservable entities. Which of the
following statements exhibits such character?
A. Beautiful designs like arts enhances the way we think.
B. Exercise of freedom should always be accompanied with responsibility.
C. If all backboned animals are called vertebrates, then a dog is a vertebrate.
D. All objects contain water.

24. Some philosophers believe that general ideas are formed from the examination of particular facts.
What method is employed in this kind of generating idea?
A. Deduction B. Epistemological C. Induction D. logical

25. When a community leader tries to solve rising youth crime, she doesn't just blame the kids. She also
looks at poverty rates, school conditions, family relationships, and community support systems.
A. Primary Reflection B. Partial perspective C. Holistic perspective D. Simplified method

26. How do we tell good from evil or right from wrong? This basic question is a concern of what branch of
Philosophy?
A. Epistemology B. Ethics C. Logic D. Metaphysics

27. It is the belief that human behaviour can be explained by breaking it down into simpler component
parts.
A. Analytic B. Reductionist C. Speculative D. Holistic
28. What is the meaning of the Greek word Holos?
A. Hallway B. Holiday C. Whole D. Wonder
29. What is the difference between partial perspective and holistic approach?
A. Focus B. Topic C. Tools D. Action
30. The focus of the holistic approach in philosophy is
A. Time B. Wholeness C. Parts D. Space
31. A philosopher that introduced holism in metaphysics
A. Plato B. Socrates C. Thales D. Aristotle

32. What is the most important point of holistic approach?

A. Priority of the wholeness of being over its parts C. Relevance of the parts to understand the
whole
B. Realities of grammar and language D. Speculations and pure opinions

33. An activity that requires a person to examine his or her thoughts, feelings and actions and learn from
experience.
A. Reflection B. Framework C. Holistic thinking D. Partial thinking

34. What is the main difference between primary and secondary reflection according to Gabriel
Marcel?
A. It is spiritual, while secondary reflection is scientific. C, It deals with people; secondary deals
with objects.
B. It analyzes things; secondary seeks meaning in lived experience. D. It based on emotions;
secondaryis logical.

35. Which of the following is an example of secondary reflection?

A. Analyzing a chemical formula C. Calculating the cost of groceries
B. Memorizing vocabulary for a test D. Reflecting on the meaning of love after losing
a loved one
36. What is the goal of secondary reflection in Marcel’s philosophy?
A. To categorize things for better understanding C. To eliminate personal feelings in
judgment
B. To reunite the self with lived experience and meaning D. To solve practical issues in daily
life
37. Which of the following best describes philosophical reflection?
A. Memorizing facts to apply them in real-life situations
B. Questioning and examining one's own beliefs, thoughts, and experiences
C. Accepting all cultural practices without question
D. Repeating information from authority figures without doubt

[Link] characterizes primary reflection in Gabriel Marcel’s philosophy?

A. It connects the self deeply to lived experience C. It helps discover spiritual truth through
emotions
B. It focuses on breaking things down into parts and analyzing them D. It emphasizes
mystery over clarity
[Link] of the following best shows a reflective activity?
A. Practicing multiplication tables repeatedly C. Watching a movie without thinking
about its message
B. Asking yourself what kind of person you want to become D. Following instructions without question

40. Maria is a teacher trying to understand why one of her students, James, has been frequently absent
and unmotivated in class. Instead of just assuming he is lazy, she talks to his parents, checks his
health records, observes his peer interactions, and learns that his family is going through financial
hardship, and he has been caring for a sick sibling at [Link] approach is Maria using to
understand James’ behavior?
A. A reductionist approach that focuses only on one part of the issue
B. A disciplinary approach that focuses on enforcing classroom rules
C. A holistic approach that considers emotional, social, and family factors
D. A logical approach that avoids personal involvement in the matter

Prepared by:
Julie M. Narboada
Special Science Teacher I