Martin Heidegger Quiz
German philosopher Martin Heidegger is best known for his work on phenomenology and existentialism. This quiz will gauge how much you know about him. He is one of the most famous philosophers of the 20th century. This quiz contains various questions covering his thoughts, perspectives, ideology, and other trivia related to his life. Share the quiz with your friends and family if you find it informative and insightful. All the best!
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What does Heidegger believe about the words “to be”?
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To be is to exist physically
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To be is all about entities and their properties
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To be has been focused on too much in philosophy
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It has been misunderstood by western philosophy since the time of Plato
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D. It has been misunderstood by western philosophy since the time of PlatoExplanation
Heidegger believes that the concept of "to be" has been misunderstood by western philosophy since the time of Plato. He argues that philosophers have focused too much on the traditional understanding of "to be" as simply existing physically or as entities with properties. Heidegger suggests that "to be" is a more complex and fundamental concept that requires a deeper exploration beyond traditional philosophical frameworks.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statements is true?
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Heidegger agrees with Kant and Kierkegaard that a person is a subject
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Heidegger agrees with Kierkegaard that a person can be an object
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Heidegger says that Kant and Hegel miss the ontological character of Dasein’s Being
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Heidegger says that Kierkegaard’s idea of Self as a task is incorrect
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C. Heidegger says that Kant and Hegel miss the ontological character of Dasein’s Being -
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"Being and Time" his popular work was dedicated to?
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Karl Marx
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Thomas Hobbes
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John Stuart Mill
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Which party did he join?
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Nazi Party
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Democratic Party
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Communist party
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Labour Party
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A. Nazi PartyExplanation
He joined the Nazi Party.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statements about Heidegger’s thought is untrue?
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Like Camus, he believed that accepting one’s condition of absurdity, however limiting it may be, is itself liberating.
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Like Sartre, his version of existentialism overcomes Cartesian dualism.
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He states that anxiety individualizes Dasein.
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He states that, from anxiety, Dasein must choose between authenticity and inauthenticity.
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B. Like Sartre, his version of existentialism overcomes Cartesian dualism. -
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Heidegger turns to the term Dasein in his attempt to discern the meaning of Being in response to Plato’s search for truth. What does Heidegger conclude about Dasein and Being?
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Dasein understands essence as being the sole function of Being
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Dasein has a pre-ontological understanding of Being as part of its essence
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Dasein and Being can only be understood through Plato’s methods of searching for truth
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Dasein and Being have no relation to one another
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B. Dasein has a pre-ontological understanding of Being as part of its essenceExplanation
Heidegger concludes that Dasein, which refers to human existence, has a pre-ontological understanding of Being as part of its essence. This means that Dasein has an inherent understanding of Being without the need for philosophical or metaphysical analysis. Heidegger's concept of Dasein emphasizes the importance of lived experience and the individual's relationship with the world in understanding the meaning of Being.Rate this question:
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What does Heidegger refer to as the event of appropriation and what would be the result?
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Understanding our natural place in the world which results in peace of mind and with the world.
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Understanding time and presencing which results in understanding our place in the world.
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Coming to accept ourselves and others as a Being which results in socially beneficial actions.
- D.
The event where one comes to self-actualizing which results in them becoming masters of the world.
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B. Understanding time and presencing which results in understanding our place in the world.Explanation
Heidegger refers to the event of appropriation as understanding time and presencing. This understanding allows individuals to grasp their place in the world. By comprehending time and presencing, individuals gain insight into their existence and their relationship with the world around them. This understanding leads to a deeper sense of belonging and a greater peace of mind.Rate this question:
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Heidegger suggests that the analysis to understand the meaning of the Being should proceed in two stages. What are the two stages?
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Watch and observe the “average everydayness” of the Dasein. 2) Ask what it would be for the Dasein to exist and understand itself authentically.
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Watch and observe the “average everydayness” of the Dasein 2) Determine why the Dasein lives in such a way
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Observe the development of the Dasein by itself, as its own entity 2) Determine why the Dasein develops in that manner.
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Analyze the how the Dasein comes to acknowledge its Being 2) Ask what it would be for the Dasein to exist and understand itself authentically
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A. Watch and observe the “average everydayness” of the Dasein. 2) Ask what it would be for the Dasein to exist and understand itself authentically.Explanation
Heidegger suggests that the analysis to understand the meaning of the Being should proceed in two stages. The first stage is to watch and observe the "average everydayness" of the Dasein, which means to closely observe and understand the ordinary activities and experiences of human existence. The second stage is to ask what it would be for the Dasein to exist and understand itself authentically, which involves reflecting on the true nature and potential of human existence. By going through these two stages, one can gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of Being.Rate this question:
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What were the existentialists seeking?
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To understand God.
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To understand themselves.
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To understand the meaning of being.
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To understand if there was other life in the universe.
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C. To understand the meaning of being.Explanation
Existentialists were seeking to understand the meaning of being. Existentialism is a philosophical movement that focuses on individual existence, freedom, and the search for meaning in life. Existentialists believe that each person has the responsibility to create their own meaning in life, rather than relying on external sources such as religion or societal norms. They explore the questions of existence, purpose, and the nature of human existence. By understanding the meaning of being, existentialists aim to find purpose and direction in their lives.Rate this question:
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How does Heidegger explain CARE - the phenomenon that lies at the root of Dasein's Being?
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Being out of the world.
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Engaging with entities encountering things that are not of this world.
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Being behind all possibilities.
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The ontological structure that makes everyday concerns for projects possible.
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D. The ontological structure that makes everyday concerns for projects possible.Explanation
Heidegger explains CARE as the ontological structure that enables Dasein's everyday concerns and projects. This means that CARE is the fundamental structure that allows Dasein to engage with the world and be involved in various activities and projects. It is through CARE that Dasein is able to have concerns and interests, and to actively pursue and engage with the possibilities and goals that are important to them.Rate this question:
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