QUIZ 1: THE MEANING OF PHILOSOPHY

Directions: Choose the correct answer. Write only the letter of your choice.

1. The word philosophy comes from the Greek words philo and sophos. What do they mean?
A. Knowledge and truth
B. Love and wisdom
C. Truth and reason
D. Study and mind

2. What is the original meaning of philosophy?

A. Love of truth
B. Love of wisdom
C. Love of learning
D. Love of science

3. When someone studies philosophy, they mainly want to understand:

A. How the brain works
B. The physical sciences
C. How to live a good life
D. The history of ideas

4. Which is the technical definition of philosophy?

A. Love of beauty
B. Study of nature and society
C. Systematic study of fundamental questions about life and knowledge
D. Practical application of ethics

5. Which of the following best describes philosophy as a science?

A. It uses experiments and laboratories.
B. It is systematic and organized in its method of investigation.
C. It relies only on personal beliefs.
D. It is based purely on tradition.

6. What does "natural light of reason" mean in philosophy?

A. Philosophy depends on divine revelation.
B. Philosophy uses laboratory tools.
C. Philosophy investigates using human reasoning alone.
D. Philosophy studies only natural sciences.

7. Which statement highlights philosophy as a study of all things?

A. Philosophy focuses only on religion.
B. Philosophy studies all reality, unlike other sciences that study a specific object.
C. Philosophy deals only with the human mind.
D. Philosophy is limited to ethical questions.

8. Which principle states that “whatever is, is; and whatever is not, is not”?
A. Principle of Identity

B. Principle of Non-Contradiction
C. Principle of Sufficient Reason
D. Principle of Excluded Middle

9. The principle that “it is impossible for a thing to be and not to be in the same manner and respect” is
known as:
A. Principle of Sufficient Reason
B. Principle of Identity
C. Principle of Non-Contradiction
D. Principle of Excluded Middle

10. Which principle states that between being and non-being, there is no middle ground?
A. Principle of Identity
B. Principle of Non-Contradiction
C. Principle of Excluded Middle
D. Principle of Sufficient Reason

11. Which principle states that "nothing exists without a sufficient reason for its being and existence"?
A. Principle of Excluded Middle
B. Principle of Identity
C. Principle of Non-Contradiction
D. Principle of Sufficient Reason

12. Philosophy differs from other sciences because:

A. It uses more experiments.
B. It investigates only one specific object.
C. It examines all aspects of reality.
D. It is only concerned with religion.

13. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of philosophy?

A. It is systematic.
B. It uses reason.
C. It studies all things.
D. It depends solely on emotions.

14. Which of the following best describes philosophy as critical discussion and rational argument?
A. Philosophy relies on personal feelings.
B. Philosophy avoids questioning assumptions.
C. Philosophy employs reasoning to analyze ideas.
D. Philosophy is based on authority alone.

15. Which principle ensures logical consistency by rejecting contradictions?

A. Identity
B. Sufficient Reason
C. Non-Contradiction
D. Excluded Middle

16. A philosopher asking “Why does anything exist at all?” is most closely applying which principle?
A. Principle of Excluded Middle
B. Principle of Sufficient Reason
C. Principle of Identity
D. Principle of Non-Contradiction

17. Why is philosophy considered a science?

A. Because it uses systematic investigation and organized knowledge
B. Because it relies on laboratory tests
C. Because it solves equations
D. Because it studies natural objects only

18. What distinguishes philosophy from the natural sciences?

A. Philosophy limits itself to physics and chemistry.
B. Philosophy relies only on laboratory methods.
C. Philosophy investigates broader and fundamental questions.
D. Philosophy is not concerned with reasoning.

19. Which best shows the purpose of philosophy?

A. To memorize facts
B. To understand life, existence, and how to live well
C. To collect data and statistics
D. To create machines
20. Which pair of principles directly deal with the reality of being and non-being?
A. Identity and Excluded Middle
B. Sufficient Reason and Non-Contradiction
C. Identity and Sufficient Reason
D. Non-Contradiction and Excluded Middle

QUIZ 2: HOLISTIC & PARTIAL VIEW, EASTERN & WESTERN PHILOSOPHY, IMPORTANCE OF
PHILOSOPHY

1. Which of the following best describes a holistic view?

A. Looking only at specific details of a problem
B. Seeing the whole picture and connections among parts
C. Focusing on one element while ignoring others
D. Analyzing one factor without considering the rest

2. A student studies only the economic effect of a law without considering its social and cultural impact.
This approach is an example of:
A. Holistic view
B. Balanced view
C. Partial view
D. Neutral view

3. Which philosophy tends to emphasize harmony with nature, spirituality, and balance?
A. Western philosophy
B. Eastern philosophy
C. Modern philosophy
D. Existential philosophy

4. Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle are early contributors to which type of philosophy?
A. Eastern philosophy
B. Western philosophy
C. Spiritual philosophy
D. Natural philosophy

5. Which statement shows a partial view?

A. “We must consider social, economic, and environmental effects before making a decision.”
B. “Let’s analyze only the financial cost of the project.”
C. “All aspects of the problem are connected.”
D. “Every part influences the whole system.”

6. Which of the following philosophies teaches about karma and reincarnation?

A. Confucianism
B. Taoism
C. Hinduism
D. Stoicism

7. Which philosophy often breaks problems into smaller parts and analyzes them separately?
A. Eastern philosophy
B. Western philosophy
C. Holistic philosophy
D. Indigenous philosophy

8. Taoism and Confucianism are philosophies that originated in:

A. India
B. Japan
C. China
D. Greece

9. Western philosophy is often associated with:

A. Interconnectedness of life
B. Spirituality and balance
C. Logic, reason, and analysis
D. Harmony with nature

10. Which of the following best explains why philosophy is important?

A. It helps people memorize facts.
B. It provides entertainment.
C. It helps us think deeply, make better decisions, and solve problems.
D. It avoids asking questions and challenges.

11. Eastern philosophy is considered more holistic because it:

A. Focuses only on logic and facts
B. Considers the individual as separate from the world
C. Sees life as interconnected and balanced
D. Breaks things into smaller parts

12. Which philosopher is famous for the statement, “I think, therefore I am”?
A. Socrates
B. Descartes
C. Kant
D. Confucius

13. Which of the following shows the role of philosophy in communication?

A. Learning to argue respectfully and listen to others
B. Memorizing historical facts
C. Avoiding discussion of difficult issues
D. Focusing only on winning arguments

14. When a teacher encourages students to question assumptions and think critically, the teacher is
applying philosophy’s role in:
A. Entertainment
B. Ethical decision-making
C. Deep and clear thinking
D. Avoiding conflict

15. Which combination is correct?

A. Eastern philosophy – Partial view – Logic and reasoning
B. Western philosophy – Holistic view – Harmony with nature
C. Eastern philosophy – Holistic view – Spirituality and balance
D. Western philosophy – Holistic view – Karma and reincarnation

QUIZ 3: BRANCHES OF PHILOSOPHY

1. Which branch of philosophy deals with the fundamental nature of reality and existence?
A. Epistemology
B. Metaphysics
C. Logic
D. Aesthetics

2. Ontology, a subfield of metaphysics, primarily studies:

A. Knowledge and belief
B. Moral values
C. Being and existence
D. Artistic beauty

3. Which branch of philosophy examines the origin, structure, and nature of the universe?
A. Cosmology
B. Epistemology
C. Logic
D. Ethics

4. The question “What is the meaning of life?” is best categorized under:

A. Aesthetics
B. Metaphysics
C. Logic
D. Ethics

5. Epistemology focuses on:

A. What knowledge is and how we acquire it
B. The nature of beauty and art
C. Distinguishing between good and evil
D. The structure of sound arguments

6. Which of the following best differentiates knowledge from belief in epistemology?

A. Knowledge must be true and justified
B. Belief is always false
C. Knowledge is opinion-based
D. Belief requires no reasoning

7. The branch of philosophy concerned with right and wrong actions is:
A. Logic
B. Ethics
C. Aesthetics
D. Metaphysics

8. Which is an example of an ethical principle?

A. Validity
B. Compassion
C. Inference
D. Symmetry

9. A person deciding whether it is right to lie to protect someone’s feelings is engaging in:
A. Epistemology
B. Aesthetics
C. Ethics
D. Logic

10. Logic is primarily concerned with:

A. Artistic judgment
B. Sound reasoning and arguments
C. The nature of God
D. Right and wrong actions

11. Which concept in logic refers to an argument where the conclusion follows necessarily from true
premises?
A. Validity
B. Soundness
C. Belief
D. Aesthetics

12. A sound argument is defined as:

A. Valid and has true premises
B. False but logical
C. Probable but uncertain
D. An artistic expression

13. Which type of logic deals with conclusions that are made probable by premises?
A. Deductive
B. Inductive
C. Ontological
D. Aesthetic

14. The statement “All men are mortal. Socrates is a man. Therefore, Socrates is mortal.” is an example
of:
A. Cosmology
B. Deductive logic / syllogism
C. Inductive logic
D. Aesthetics
15. Which branch of philosophy asks, “What is art?”
A. Logic
B. Aesthetics
C. Metaphysics
D. Ethics

16. The study of beauty, taste, and artistic experience belongs to:
A. Aesthetics
B. Ethics
C. Epistemology
D. Metaphysics

17. When someone asks, “How do we know what we know?” they are engaging in:
A. Epistemology
B. Logic
C. Ethics
D. Cosmology

18. Which branch would ask, “Does God exist?”

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

19. When a philosopher analyzes whether abstract objects like numbers truly exist, they are doing:
A. Ontology
B. Epistemology
C. Aesthetics
D. Ethics

20. Which of the following best reflects the focus of aesthetics?

A. Determining if an argument is valid
B. Asking if lying is morally wrong
C. Deciding what makes a painting beautiful
D. Questioning the nature of time

QUIZ 4: DETERMINING THE TRUTH

1. Philosophers argue that knowledge must be ______ in order to be valid and accepted.
A. Practical
B. Truthful
C. Flexible
D. Emotional

2. Which ancient Greek concept defined knowledge as “justified, true belief”?

A. Correspondence theory
B. Coherence theory
C. Classical theory of knowledge
D. Relativism

3. Which of the following is NOT one of the conditions of knowledge as “justified, true belief”?
A. It must be true
B. It must be believed
C. It must be justified
D. It must be universally accepted

4. The theory of truth which states that something is true if it corresponds to reality is:
A. Correspondence theory
B. Pragmatic theory
C. Consensus theory
D. Relativism
5. “Pigs cannot fly” is considered true because it matches the real state of the world. This follows the:
A. Constructivist theory
B. Correspondence theory
C. Coherence theory
D. Relativism

6. The coherence theory of truth holds that something is true if:

A. It is useful in practice
B. It makes sense in a system of beliefs
C. Most people agree on it
D. It matches reality

7. Which of the following best illustrates the coherence theory?

A. Democracy is accepted because it aligns with principles of liberty and justice.
B. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
C. Marriage is valued differently across cultures.
D. Community pantries help people during crises.

8. Relativism states that:

A. There is only one universal truth
B. Truth depends on context, culture, or perspective
C. Truth must be verified by science
D. Truth is agreed upon by experts

9. Which of the following is an example of relativism?

A. Red means stop in traffic rules.
B. Some cultures value early marriage, others don’t.
C. Jose Rizal was shot in Luneta.
D. 2 + 2 = 4

10. The constructivist theory holds that knowledge and truth are shaped by:
A. Emotions
B. Personal preference
C. Social forces, culture, and history
D. Pure logic

11. Which of the following reflects constructivist theory?

A. Filipinos respect elders because of tradition.
B. The Earth revolves around the Sun.
C. “Socrates is mortal” follows from logical reasoning.
D. 5 + 5 = 10

12. The consensus theory emphasizes that truth is established through:

A. Scientific testing
B. Widespread agreement
C. Individual perception
D. Religious faith

13. “Red means stop” is considered true because almost everyone agrees with it. This shows:
A. Consensus theory
B. Relativism
C. Pragmatic theory
D. Constructivism

14. Which of the following is an example of consensus theory in science?

A. Water boils at 100°C at sea level.
B. Pigs cannot fly.
C. Climate change is real, as agreed by most scientists.
D. Beauty depends on cultural standards.

15. The pragmatic theory claims that something is true if it:

A. Corresponds to reality
B. Works in practice or is useful
C. Matches beliefs in society
D. Is accepted by most people

16. Which of the following shows pragmatic theory?

A. Online classes worked during lockdown.
B. Rizal wrote Noli Me Tangere.
C. Laws make sense when consistent with democracy.
D. Fair skin is beautiful in some cultures.

17. Verificationism, related to pragmatism, stresses that ideas must be:

A. Tested and confirmed by experience
B. Agreed upon by experts
C. Based on faith and tradition
D. Derived from pure logic

18. The scientific method is most closely linked to which theory of truth?
A. Pragmatic theory
B. Relativism
C. Consensus theory
D. Coherence theory

19. A person saying “beauty standards vary between cultures” is applying:

A. Relativism
B. Coherence theory
C. Correspondence theory
D. Consensus theory

20. Which theory would argue that truth changes depending on social struggles and historical context?
A. Correspondence theory
B. Constructivist theory
C. Relativism
D. Pragmatic theory

21. “Marriage is important in Philippine society but treated differently in Western countries” illustrates:
A. Relativism
B. Correspondence theory
C. Consensus theory
D. Constructivism

22. “Experts must agree before a scientific fact is accepted” reflects:

A. Consensus theory
B. Relativism
C. Pragmatic theory
D. Coherence theory

23. “A dog barks” is true under which theory?

A. Correspondence
B. Pragmatic
C. Relativism
D. Consensus

24. A law is considered valid in a democracy if it conforms with previous democratic principles. This shows:
A. Pragmatism
B. Relativism
C. Coherence theory
D. Consensus theory

25. Which theory is most vulnerable to the criticism that truth becomes “whatever people agree on”?
A. Correspondence
B. Consensus
C. Coherence
D. Pragmatic
26. Which theory accepts multiple truths depending on cultural or personal context?
A. Relativism
B. Coherence
C. Pragmatic
D. Correspondence

27. Which of the following best demonstrates constructivist theory in politics?

A. Media influences how citizens view politicians.
B. Rizal was executed in 1896.
C. A dog cannot fly.
D. 1 + 1 = 2

28. “Critical thinking helps in debates and real life” is an example of:
A. Relativism
B. Pragmatic theory
C. Constructivist theory
D. Consensus theory

29. When a person justifies a belief using perception, senses, or reasoning, they are applying:
A. Justification in knowledge
B. Relativism
C. Pragmatism
D. Consensus

30. Which best summarizes the different theories of truth?

A. They offer various perspectives to judge whether a statement is believable.
B. They prove there is only one ultimate truth.
C. They show that truth is fixed and unchanging.
D. They remove the need for reasoning.

QUIZ 5:

PART I: PHENOMENOLOGY – ON CONSCIOUSNESS

1. Who is considered the founder of phenomenology?

A. Immanuel Kant
B. Edmund Husserl
C. René Descartes
D. John Locke

2. What does the Greek word phainómenon mean?

A. Truth
B. Reality
C. Appearance
D. Consciousness

3. Husserl’s phenomenology is mainly concerned with:

A. Scientific experiments
B. Essential structures of consciousness
C. Political freedom
D. Psychological behavior

4. Husserl argued against psychologism, which claims that:

A. Consciousness is intentional
B. Truth depends on the peculiarities of the human mind
C. Philosophy is different from psychology
D. All dreams are meaningless

5. According to Husserl, consciousness is always:

A. Passive
B. Material
C. Intentional
D. Illusory
6. Which of the following best describes phenomenological reduction (epoche)?
A. Bracketing questions of truth or reality to focus on conscious experience
B. Denying the existence of external reality
C. Focusing only on mathematical truths
D. Rejecting all forms of intuition

7. Which philosopher used the term phenomenon to refer to the world of our experience before Husserl?
A. Aristotle
B. Kant
C. Hume
D. Plato

8. What do phenomenologists aim to uncover through inspection and description?

A. External causes of reality
B. Essential structures of experience
C. Scientific laws of nature
D. Hidden psychological motives

9. Which type of intuition reveals necessary truths, not just contingent experiences?
A. Empirical intuition
B. Moral intuition
C. Eidetic intuition
D. Aesthetic intuition

10. Which of the following is an example of an object of consciousness in phenomenology?

A. A dream scene
B. A mathematical concept
C. A social experience
D. All of the above

PART II: FALLACIES IN ARGUMENTS

1. Which fallacy attacks the person making the argument rather than the argument itself?
A. Appeal to emotion
B. Ad hominem
C. Appeal to tradition
D. Fallacy of division

2. “You can’t trust his opinion on education reform because he didn’t even finish college.” This is an
example of:
A. Ad hominem
B. Appeal to the popular
C. Cause-and-effect
D. Begging the question

3. Which fallacy uses threats or force to make an argument convincing?

A. Appeal to tradition
B. Cause-and-effect
C. Appeal to force
D. Appeal to emotion

4. “If you don’t support this bill, we will organize a protest that could disrupt the city.” This illustrates:
A. Appeal to force
B. Ad hominem
C. Fallacy of composition
D. Appeal to tradition

5. Which fallacy tries to win acceptance by stirring emotions like pity or sympathy?
A. Begging the question
B. Appeal to emotion
C. Appeal to the popular
D. Fallacy of division

6. “Don’t believe the corruption charges against me. Think about how stressful this has been for my
children.” This is an example of:
A. Appeal to emotion
B. Appeal to tradition
C. Appeal to force
D. Ad hominem

7. The fallacy that argues something is true simply because many people believe it is called:
A. Appeal to tradition
B. Appeal to the popular (bandwagon)
C. Fallacy of composition
D. Ad hominem

8. “Everyone in our class cheats on exams, so it must be okay.” This reasoning demonstrates:
A. Appeal to tradition
B. Fallacy of division
C. Appeal to the popular
D. Begging the question

9. The fallacy that considers something true just because it has always been done or believed that way is:
A. Appeal to tradition
B. Begging the question
C. Ad hominem
D. Appeal to force

10. “Our ancestors have always celebrated this ritual; therefore, it must be right.” This is an example of:
A. Appeal to emotion
B. Appeal to the popular
C. Appeal to tradition
D. Cause-and-effect

11. Which fallacy assumes the truth of the very thing that needs to be proven (circular reasoning)?
A. Cause-and-effect
B. Begging the question
C. Fallacy of division
D. Appeal to emotion

12. “I have the right to free speech, therefore no one can stop me from saying anything I want.” This
statement commits the fallacy of:
A. Appeal to the popular
B. Begging the question
C. Ad hominem
D. Appeal to tradition

13. Which fallacy assumes a cause-and-effect relationship between unrelated events?

A. Cause-and-effect
B. Fallacy of composition
C. Fallacy of division
D. Ad hominem

14. “Since you started using that new phone, our family business has been losing money. That phone
must be unlucky.” This reasoning demonstrates:
A. Appeal to force
B. Appeal to tradition
C. Cause-and-effect
D. Begging the question

15. Which fallacy assumes that what is true of the whole must be true of the parts?
A. Fallacy of composition
B. Fallacy of division
C. Appeal to the popular
D. Appeal to emotion

PART III: BIASES

1. Which of the following best defines bias in philosophical discussions?

A. An error in logic that makes an argument invalid
B. A tendency or influence that affects one’s views and judgments
C. A conscious lie used to manipulate others
D. A proof that strengthens an argument

2. Bias is not necessarily an error in reasoning, but it can affect:

A. The weather forecast
B. The personal beliefs and perspectives of people
C. Scientific laws
D. The truth of mathematics

3. What is the correspondence bias or attribution effect?

A. Believing something because many people agree with it
B. Judging a person’s personality solely by their actions, ignoring external factors
C. Explaining everything based on past experiences
D. Believing in something because of tradition

4. Statement: “These students failed the test because they are lazy.”
This reflects which bias?
A. Confirmation bias
B. Correspondence bias
C. Cultural bias
D. Framing bias

5. Which bias makes people search for information that only supports their current beliefs?
A. Cultural bias
B. Hindsight bias
C. Confirmation bias
D. Framing bias

6. Example: “I cannot accept his argument against God’s existence because I am a Christian.”
What bias is this?
A. Confirmation bias
B. Conflict of interest
C. Hindsight bias
D. Cultural bias

7. Which bias involves focusing on one aspect of a problem while ignoring other relevant factors?
A. Hindsight bias
B. Confirmation bias
C. Framing bias
D. Attribution effect

8. Statement: “Investigators are only considering pilot error in the plane crash while ignoring other
possibilities.”
This is an example of:
A. Framing bias
B. Confirmation bias
C. Cultural bias
D. Conflict of interest

9. Which bias makes past events appear as if they were predictable all along?
A. Correspondence bias
B. Confirmation bias
C. Framing bias
D. Hindsight bias
10. Example: “It was obvious Magellan would lose; he underestimated the Filipinos.”
What bias is shown here?
A. Framing bias
B. Hindsight bias
C. Conflict of interest
D. Cultural bias

11. When a person has a personal stake or relationship with an issue, it can cause:
A. Confirmation bias
B. Conflict of interest
C. Cultural bias
D. Framing bias

12. Example: “As the son of the accused, I believe he is innocent.”

This illustrates:
A. Confirmation bias
B. Conflict of interest
C. Framing bias
D. Hindsight bias

13. Which bias involves judging events or practices based on one’s cultural standards?
A. Conflict of interest
B. Framing bias
C. Cultural bias
D. Confirmation bias

14. Statement: “Western families often send elderly parents to nursing homes. That’s wrong because in
Filipino culture, we take care of them at home.”
What bias is this?
A. Correspondence bias
B. Confirmation bias
C. Cultural bias
D. Framing bias

15. Why is it important to recognize biases in philosophical discussions?

A. To prove others wrong
B. To completely eliminate all personal views
C. To remain open-minded and critically evaluate opinions
D. To win arguments more effectively

QUIZ 6&7:

PART I [L-6]: UNDERSTANDING RATIONALITY, FREE WILL, MORALITY, AND HUMAN DIGNITY

1. Self-awareness primarily involves:

A. Comparing yourself to others
B. Recognizing your own thoughts and emotions
C. Ignoring your mistakes
D. Doing what others expect of you

2. Which question best shows self-awareness?

A. "What is my favorite color?"
B. "Why do I feel this way?"
C. "What is my friend's hobby?"
D. "Who will win the game?"

3. Rationality means:
A. Acting only with emotions
B. Making decisions using logic and reason
C. Following what others tell you
D. Always choosing the easiest path
4. Example of rationality is:
A. Deciding to buy food because you are hungry
B. Choosing a career after weighing your strengths and interests
C. Copying your classmate’s answer in a test
D. Spending money impulsively

5. Interiority refers to:

A. A person’s inner world of values, conscience, and dreams
B. How you treat your classmates
C. How strong your physical body is
D. Your ability to follow school rules

6. Which situation shows interiority?

A. Reflecting on how proud you feel after helping a friend
B. Scolding your younger sibling
C. Watching a movie for fun
D. Joining a school competition

7. Self-determination means:
A. Allowing others to decide for you
B. Having control over your own choices and future
C. Following all trends without thinking
D. Giving up on your dreams

8. Example of self-determination is:

A. Choosing to study engineering even if your family pushes you to take business
B. Eating what your friends choose for you
C. Always saying yes to peer pressure
D. Ignoring your passions

9. Free will is closely tied to:

A. Discipline
B. Responsibility
C. Popularity
D. Authority

10. Which action shows free will?

A. Reacting without thinking
B. Making your own choice even when it’s difficult
C. Following orders blindly
D. Copying your friend’s decision

11. Consequences refer to:

A. The reasons for your actions
B. The results of your actions
C. The feelings you ignore
D. The thoughts of others

12. Example of consequence is:

A. Skipping class leads to falling behind lessons
B. A student helping a teacher carry books
C. Reading a book for fun
D. Thinking about your dreams

13. Externality means:

A. Living alone without others
B. Our relationship and interaction with the outside world
C. Following inner values only
D. Being shy and reserved

14. Example of externality is:

A. Recycling to help the environment
B. Keeping your thoughts to yourself
C. Meditating in silence
D. Writing in your private journal

15. Human dignity means:

A. Respecting only elders and leaders
B. That every person has worth simply for being human
C. Being valuable only if you succeed
D. Depending on wealth or beauty

PART II [L-7]: THE HUMAN PERSON IN THE ENVIRONMENT

1. Environmental philosophy studies:

A. The role of humans in politics
B. The moral relationship between humans and the environment
C. The history of science
D. The laws of mathematics

2. Anthropocentrism believes:
A. All organisms have equal value
B. Humans are the most important species on Earth
C. Ecosystems must always come first
D. Animals should never be used by humans

3. Which action shows anthropocentrism?

A. A company cutting down trees only for profit
B. Protecting animals from cruelty
C. Recycling and composting
D. Planting trees to restore a forest

4. Biocentrism teaches that:

A. Humans are the only beings that matter
B. Only ecosystems deserve protection
C. All organisms have inherent value
D. Only endangered animals are important

5. Which law in the Philippines supports biocentrism?

A. Clean Air Act
B. R.A. 8485 or Animal Welfare Act of 1998
C. Mining Act of 1995
D. Local Government Code

6. Ecocentrism emphasizes:
A. Only human survival
B. The importance of ecosystems and balance in nature
C. That animals should be dominant
D. Ignoring human activities

7. Which practice reflects ecocentrism?

A. Building a factory near a river without waste control
B. Logging forests for profit alone
C. Protecting watersheds to keep ecosystems balanced
D. Using single-use plastics for convenience

8. Environmental aesthetics is about:

A. The economy’s growth rate
B. Preserving beauty and order in the environment for health and well-being
C. Building tall skyscrapers
D. Using technology to replace nature

9. Environmentalism advocates:
A. Ignoring climate change
B. More exploitation of resources
C. Addressing environmental problems through action
D. Treating humans as more important than nature

10. Environmental ethics teaches that:

A. Only humans have rights
B. Animals and resources have intrinsic value
C. Using resources without limits is acceptable
D. Future generations are not important

11. Social ecology believes that:

A. Environmental problems are separate from social problems
B. Only governments should handle environmental issues
C. Social and environmental problems are connected
D. Humans must control nature completely

12. Climate justice refers to:

A. Only rich countries addressing climate change
B. The fair distribution of environmental benefits and burdens
C. Ignoring the voices of local communities
D. Leaving solutions only to scientists

13. Which is a principle of sustainability?

A. Environmental integrity, economic efficiency, and equity
B. Profit, competition, and expansion
C. Exploitation, pollution, and growth
D. Technology, industry, and capitalism

14. An example of prudence is:

A. Throwing trash anywhere
B. Using resources carefully and responsibly
C. Wasting water and electricity
D. Ignoring environmental laws

15. Which value ensures the next generation can use resources?
A. Pride
B. Frugality
C. Equity
D. Wealth

QUIZ 8: HUMAN PERSON AS EMBODIED SPIRIT

1. It is the term commonly used to represent the entire human race.

A. Human being
B. Human nature.
C. Man
D. Person

2. It is a general term which refers to the deepest and natural behavior of a person that distinguish human
from animals. It consists of collective traits that formed and considered the very essence of humanity.
A. Human being
B. Human nature
C. Man
D. Person

3. It is the term used to describe humans who are not just mere humans different from animals but with
inherent birth rights and exact origin of his/her classification.
A. Human being
B. Human creature.
C. Human nature
D. Human person
4. Carlo is a tall person with brown hair and brown eyes. What aspect of the human person is being
described in the statement?
A. Cognitive Self
C. Psychological Self
B. Physical Self
D. Sociological Self

5. Marie is very cheerful and friendly to her classmates. What aspect of the human person is being
described in the statement?
A. Cognitive Self
C. Psychological Self
B. Physical Self
D. Sociological Self

6. Which of the following is NOT an essential component of the human person?

A. Conscience
B. Mind
C. Soul
D. Spirit

7. Which of the following BEST describes the concept of embodiment?

A. Human person is essentially his/her body and nothing more.
B. Human person is essentially his/her spirit and nothing more.
C. Human person is essentially the unity of his/her body and spirit.
D. Human person is essentially a separate entity of the body and the spirit.

8. Which of the following experiences describe the concept of embodiment?

A. Joy attaches a sentimental value to a pair of rubber shoes which was given by her mother.
B. Kim associates love with hypothalamus, a part of the brain that is responsible for feelings.
C. Ivy recalls a happy moment in her life and still feel the same happiness he felt at that moment.
D. Trina received a pat in her shoulder from her best friend and felt completely relieved at that moment.

9. Vincent loses his arm and leg due to a car accident. He loses a part of his physical body which makes
up his physical identity. Which of the following statements is true about the concept of embodiment?
A. Vincent can still be considered a human person despite losing a part of his identity.
B. Vincent is not fully considered a human person since he lacks one aspect
of his identity.
C. Neither a nor b
D. None of the above

10. A criminal who have committed a heinous offense can still be considered a human person despite of
his cruelty and inhumane act. The statement is
A. True, the dignity is still retained in spite of his actions because it is his inherent right.
B. False, the dignity of humans are removed once they don't treat other people just and right.
C. Neither a nor b
D. None of the above