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Philosophy Midterm Exam
Instructions:
Answer each question thoroughly, providing examples and references where applicable.
Epistemology and Metaphysics (30 points)
a) Explain the difference between rationalism and empiricism as approaches to knowledge acquisition. Provide examples of philosophers associated with each school of thought. (10 points)
b) Discuss the concept of dualism in the philosophy of mind. How does dualism differ from materialism, and what are the primary arguments for and against dualism?
(10 points)
c) Analyze Plato's theory of forms. What are the forms, and how do they relate to the physical world? Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of Plato's theory. (10 points)
Ethics and Moral Philosophy (25 points)
a) Define consequentialism and deontology as ethical theories. Compare and contrast the fundamental principles of each theory, using real-world examples to illustrate their application. (10 points)
b) Discuss the concept of virtue ethics, focusing on Aristotle's formulation of moral virtue. What are the key virtues according to Aristotle, and how do they contribute
to human flourishing? (10 points)
c) Evaluate the ethical implications of cultural relativism. Can moral truths be relative to culture, or are there universal moral principles that apply regardless of cultural context? Support your arguments with philosophical reasoning. (5 points)
Political Philosophy and Social Justice (25 points)
a) Explain John Rawls' theory of justice as fairness. What
are the principles of justice according to Rawls, and how
does he justify them through the original position and the
veil of ignorance? (10 points)
b) Discuss the concept of libertarianism in political philosophy. What are the core principles of libertarianism,
and how do they differ from other political ideologies, such as liberalism and socialism? (10 points)
c) Analyze the role of civil disobedience in promoting social change. When is civil disobedience justified, and what are its potential risks and benefits for a democratic society? Provide examples of historical and contemporary
movements that have used civil disobedience as a means
of protest. (5 points)
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