Describe the metaphysical viewpoint of idealism. Focus on Berkeley, Leibniz, Kant, Schopenhauer, and Hegel, and spell out the key elements of each of their idealist viewpoints. Is there a central thread that runs through all idealist metaphysics? Then focus on an area of sharp divergence between two or more of these philosophies. In what respects do they disagree with one another? Which of these
viewpoints seems strongest to you, and why?
What will be an ideal response?
?This is an expository essay with a comparison-contrast element.
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Jean Hampton notes that the theory of morality developed by Hobbes contains a very
strong assumption of a. God as absolute ruler. b. humans as separate individuals. c. universal and absolute moral intuitions. d. the transcendent power of human reason. e. universal sentiments of pity, affection, and community.
The correct argument form of "All persons born in France are persons born in Europe. No persons born in Europe are persons born in the USA. Therefore, no persons born in the USA are persons born in Europe" is
A) AllAareB c is an A c is a B B) AllAareB Some A are C Some B are C C) AllAareB No B are C No C are B
Luke's Gospel shows little concern for women and instead focuses on orthodoxy.
a. true b. false
"Washington's subway service will get better this year, for if there is a fare increase, the subway service will get better. And there will be a fare increase, beginning in July" is
A) modus ponens B) modus tollens C) contraposition D) disjunctive syllogism E) hypothetical syllogism