What are the three conditions to knowledge? Name and describe the three conditions. Then discuss why each one of the three conditions can be problematic. (The three conditions were part of a discussion prompt.)

questions to answer:

1.What are the three conditions to knowledge? Name and describe the three conditions. Then discuss why each one of the three conditions can be problematic. (The three conditions were part of a discussion prompt.)

2.Describe the Allegory of the Cave. What is the allegory about? How does it relate to quarantined living in the age of Covid 19?

3.What did Descartes mean when he said “I think, therefore I am”? What was he trying to find? What do you think about his conclusion?

4.What is the difference between right and good? Explain the difference between the two concepts and then give two examples: one of a situation that is good but not right and another that is right but not good.

5.Compare and contrast the analytic/continental divide in philosophy. Explain each and discuss your preferences.

6.Pick a line from our Nietzsche reading and explain what the philosopher is saying. The line must be from the first section of Schopenhauer as Educator. I am looking for strong critical reasoning skills.

7.What does Russell believe is the Value of Philosophy? How is philosophy different from science? Do you agree with Russell? Why or why not?

8.What is the problem of free will? Name and define free will and causal determinism. Then explain what in your view is the best resolution to the problem.

9.How can free speech exist in a culture that tries to stay mindful of the triggers of others? Explain what the two considerations are: freedom of speech and considering triggers. Then discuss how the two can exist together in a society.

10.Now apply the critical thinking tools we have been using to a topic of your choosing. Ten points for a good philosophical question; Ten points for a good discussion based on the question.

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