20 questions
This theory of knowledge considers truth as based on agreement.
Correspondence theory
Consensus theory
Coherence theory
Pragmatic theory
This theory considers something as true if it id useful and verifiable.
Correspondence theory
Coherence theory
Pragmatic theory
Constructivist theory
This theory believes that societies are able to construct their own knowledge and what is true is shaped by social and cultural forces.
Correspondence theory
Pragmatic theory
Consensus theory
Constructivist theory
Fallacies are faulty arguments made by flawed reasoning.
True
False
Ice is water in frozen or solid form. What theory of knowledge is being referred to in the statement?
Correspondence theory
Coherence theory
Constructivist theory
Pragmatic theory
An ancient Aztecs believed that there existed four worlds prior to this one, and that the world is eventually destroyed and renewed through the sacrifice of the gods. What theory of knowledge is being referred?
Consensus theory
Pragmatic theory
Correspondence theory
Constructivist theory
The culture of the Philippines comprises a blend of traditional Filipino and Spanish Catholic traditions, with influences from America and other parts of Asia. What theory of knowledge is being referred?
Correspondence theory
Coherence theory
Consensus theory
Constructivist theory
A couple was fighting in street. The girl is crying. You said, "That boy cheated on her." What bias is used in the statement?
Confirmation bias
Framing
Hindsight
Correspondence bias
"My sister isn't a liar! You should investigate!" What bias is used in the statement?
Conflict of interest
Cultural bias
Confirmation bias
Framing
"Everyone is using Iphone. I should get one." What bias is used in the statement?
Ad hominem
Appeal to force
Appeal to the popular
Appeal to emotion
The practice of Muslim women wearing the veil must be understood within the framework of Islamic ethics. The hijab is seen not only as a symbol of modesty and privacy, but also as a sign of adherence to the Muslim faith. What theory is being referred?
Coherence theory
Pragmatic theory
Correspondence theory
Constructivist theory
In 1998 two independent astronomical studies obtained evidence proving the hypothesis that the universe is continually expanding at an accelerating rate. What theory is being referred?
Pragmatic theory
Coherence theory
Correspondence theory
Constructivist theory
Assuming the thing or idea to be proven is true; also known as "circular argument"
Begging the question
Appeal to emotion
Fallacy of composition
Fallacy of division
You come from a family of doctors and intellectuals! Surely you can do better in this course. What bias is used in the statement?
Fallacy of Composition
Cause-and-effect
Fallacy of division
Begging the question
"I have a right to free speech, therefore, you cannot stop me from talking." What bias is used?
Appeal to tradition
Appeal to force
Begging the question
Appeal to force
Christmas is celebrated to remember the birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe is the Son of God. What theory is being referred?
Correspondence
Coherence
Constructivist
Pragmatic
Rain is liquid water in the form of droplets that have condensed from atmospheric water vapor and then become heavy enough to fall under gravity. What theory is being referred?
Correspondence
Coherence
Constructivist
Consensus
Praying the Rosary or the Divine Mercy Chaplet, devotions to favorite saints, making the sign of the cross and the like are ways of expressing faith by Catholics. What theory is being referred?
Correspondence
Coherence
Consensus
Pragmatic
Long before skype and face time or google meet, there was the videophone invented by a Filipino engineer in the 1950s. What theory is being referred?
Correspondence
Consensus
Pragmatic
Constructivist
Professor Charles Tatum of the Department of Psychology at National University had proven that human behavior is deeply rooted in biology, experience, and culture. What theory is being referred?
Correspondence
Pragmatic
Constructivist
Coherence