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The question of the essence of technology, Heidegger now argues, we will come to see that technology is a kind of poeisis, a way of bringing forth or revealing--and, as such, is "the realm of truth".
- True
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Explore the philosophical underpinnings of technology in 'The Question Concerning Technology Quiz!' Delve into Heidegger's views, the essence of technology as a human activity, and the concept of 'standing reserve'. This quiz assesses understanding of technology's role and its philosophical dimensions.

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Heidegger argues, technology transforms humanity itself into standing-reserve.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

Heidegger argues that technology has the power to transform humanity into standing-reserve. This means that technology reduces human beings to mere resources or tools for the purpose of efficiency and productivity. Instead of valuing human existence and individuality, technology treats humans as objects to be used and exploited. This transformation diminishes the essence of humanity and undermines our ability to experience and appreciate the world around us. Thus, the statement is true according to Heidegger's perspective.

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In our ‘age of technology,’ reality can only be present as a raw material as a ‘standing reserve.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

The statement suggests that in our modern era, reality is only seen as a resource or material that can be used and exploited. This implies that technology has shaped our perception of reality, reducing it to something that can be controlled and manipulated. This view aligns with the idea that technology has become so pervasive in our lives that it has fundamentally changed our understanding and experience of the world.

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The revealing that rules in modern technology are challenging, which puts to nature the unreasonable demand that it supply energy which can be extracted and stored as such.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

The statement suggests that the rules in modern technology are difficult and demanding, particularly in terms of energy supply. It implies that modern technology requires energy that can be extracted and stored efficiently. Therefore, the statement is true as it acknowledges the challenging nature of rules in modern technology and their demand for extractable and storable energy.

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How Heidegger's think generally about technology?
- It is a means to an end.
- It is way of life.
- It is upgraded.
- It is new and faster way of inquiry.
Correct Answer

A. It is a means to an end.

Explanation

Heidegger's thinking about technology can be understood as viewing it as a means to an end. Heidegger believed that technology is not just a tool or a means of accomplishing tasks, but rather it shapes our understanding of the world and how we relate to it. He argued that technology can often lead to a mindset of viewing everything as a resource to be exploited for our own purposes, rather than appreciating the intrinsic value of things. Thus, he emphasized the importance of being mindful of how we use technology and being aware of its impact on our lives and the world around us.

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Which of the following means "bringing forth."?
- Aletheia
- Instrumentum
- Technology
- Poeisis
Correct Answer

A. Poeisis

Explanation

Poeisis means "bringing forth" in Greek. It refers to the act of creating or making something, often associated with artistic or creative endeavors. This term is commonly used in philosophy and literature to describe the process of bringing ideas, emotions, or concepts into existence through various forms of expression.

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Heidegger anticipates an objection to his representation of modern technology as, which of the following?
- "a mode of revealing."
- "poeisis"
- Challenging forth
- "way of enframing"
Correct Answer

A. "a mode of revealing."

Explanation

Heidegger anticipates an objection to his representation of modern technology as "a mode of revealing." This suggests that there may be individuals who disagree with his viewpoint and argue against the idea that technology is a way of revealing or uncovering things.

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Which of the following is the true definition of technology?
- It instrumental and psychological.
- It is instrumental aimed at getting things done and anthropological a human activity.
- It is anthropological that make things done on time.
- All of the above.
Correct Answer

A. It is instrumental aimed at getting things done and anthropological a human activity.

Explanation

The correct answer is "It is instrumental aimed at getting things done and anthropological a human activity." This answer accurately defines technology as being both instrumental, meaning it is used to achieve specific goals or tasks, and anthropological, meaning it is a human activity that involves the study of human behavior and culture.

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Heidegger goes on to describe how this fundamental relationship between humanity and the world gives rise to a particular human orientation to the world, an orientation or attitude he calls ______________.
- Revealing
- Poiesis
- Enframing
- Aletheia
Correct Answer

A. Enframing

Explanation

Heidegger describes how the fundamental relationship between humanity and the world leads to a specific human orientation or attitude called enframing. Enframing refers to the way in which humans view and interact with the world as a resource to be controlled and manipulated for their own purposes. It involves seeing the world as a collection of objects and technology, rather than as a holistic and interconnected system. This perspective ultimately obscures the true nature of the world and our place within it.

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Heidegger uses the example of a silver chalice, the kind used in the Christian rite of communion, to illustrate the traditional model of the two causes.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Heidegger does not use the example of a silver chalice to illustrate the traditional model of the two causes. The question implies that he does, but the answer is false.

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The Question Concerning Technology Quiz!

The question of the essence of technology, Heidegger now argues, we will come to see that technology is a kind of poeisis, a way of bringing forth or revealing--and, as such, is "the realm of truth".

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Heidegger argues, technology transforms humanity itself into standing-reserve.

In our ‘age of technology,’ reality can only be present as a raw material as a ‘standing reserve.

The revealing that rules in modern technology are challenging, which puts to nature the unreasonable demand that it supply energy which can be extracted and stored as such.

How Heidegger's think generally about technology?

Which of the following means "bringing forth."?

Heidegger anticipates an objection to his representation of modern technology as, which of the following?

Which of the following is the true definition of technology?

Heidegger goes on to describe how this fundamental relationship between humanity and the world gives rise to a particular human orientation to the world, an orientation or attitude he calls ______________.

Heidegger uses the example of a silver chalice, the kind used in the Christian rite of communion, to illustrate the traditional model of the two causes.