The Value of Philosophy Multiple-Choice Quiz

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. According to Russell, when a question has a definite answer, it

ceases to be a philosophical question. correct incorrect

is uninteresting. correct incorrect

becomes a scientific question. correct incorrect

Both a and c correct incorrect

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. The chief value of philosophy, according to Russell, comes from

its high-minded rhetoric. correct incorrect

transcendence of the universe. correct incorrect

contemplation of great things free from personal prejudices. correct incorrect

religion. correct incorrect

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. Thinking about questions that do not admit of definitely correct answers, according to Russell, is a way of

angering one's parents. correct incorrect

becoming a fool. correct incorrect

achieving world peace. correct incorrect

breaking free of customary beliefs. correct incorrect

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. Philosophy seeks

money. correct incorrect

power. correct incorrect

knowledge. correct incorrect

persuasion. correct incorrect

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. Some people think that philosophy is

trivial. correct incorrect

useless. correct incorrect

an impossible source of knowledge. correct incorrect

All of the above correct incorrect