LA MEDALLA HIGH SCHOOL

Polangui Albay

2nd Semester – 3rd Quarter Examination

INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON
Grade 11 – COURAGE (ABM) & HONESTY (TVL) | Grade 12 –EMPATHY (ABM)

Name: __________________________________________________________Date: ______________Score: ___________

TEST I. MULTIPLE CHOICE. Read and understand the following questions/sentences. Choose and write the letter of your
answer on the space before the item.

_______1. Why is engaging in philosophical thinking important for gaining a broader perspective on life?
A. It focuses solely on individual beliefs and personal opinions.
B. It provides definitive answers to all existential questions.
C. It encourages critical examination of assumptions and diverse viewpoints.
D. It avoids the complexities of moral and ethical dilemmas.

_______2. A person reflects on the purpose of existence by questioning societal norms, personal desires, and ethical values.
What is this an example of?
A. Philosophy as a practical tool
B. Philosophy as a way of life
C. Philosophy as a method of reducing complexity
D. Philosophy as mere speculation

_______3. Which of the following scenarios best shows the value of philosophy in broadening one’s perspective?
A. A business leader adopts a strategy purely based on profit margins.
B. A scientist dismisses philosophical questions as irrelevant to empirical research.
C. A student challenges their own beliefs after studying existentialist theories.
D. A politician implements policies without considering ethical implications.

_______4. Philosophy helps individuals achieve a broad perspective on life because:

A. It allows exploration of fundamental questions about existence and values.
B. It teaches adherence to universal truths without questioning.
C. It prioritizes material success over introspection and ethical considerations.
D. It limits exploration to one specific area of human experience.

_______5. A philosopher once said, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” How does this statement highlight the value of
doing philosophy?
A. It emphasizes the pursuit of material success.
B. It advocates for a life free of challenges and complexities.
C. It rejects the importance of diversity in thought and perspective.
D. It underscores the need to question and reflect on life’s deeper meaning.

_______6. Which of the following situations best demonstrates a partial point of view?
A. A policymaker focuses only on economic growth while ignoring environmental impacts.
B. A researcher integrates data from various fields to understand climate change.
C. A teacher considers students’ emotional, social, and academic needs when teaching.
D. An architect designs a building that balances aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability.

_______7. Which of these statements illustrates a holistic perspective?

A. “The traffic problem is caused solely by the lack of road infrastructure.”
B. “Traffic congestion involves infrastructure, population growth, and transportation policies.”
C. “Traffic is just about how people refuse to carpool.”
D. “To solve traffic issues, we need more roads and nothing else.”

_______8. Why is adopting a holistic perspective considered more effective in problem-solving compared to a partial point of
view?
A. It simplifies complex issues into a single cause.
B. It focuses on immediate and observable aspects of a problem.
C. It examines all relevant factors and their interconnections.
D. It avoids time-consuming analysis by narrowing the scope.

_______9. A person decides to donate a significant portion of their wealth to education after contemplating the role of education
in breaking the cycle of poverty. What does this scenario demonstrate?
A. A reflective decision based on ethical reasoning.
B. A spontaneous decision based on emotion.
C. An instinctive response to a societal issue.
D. A passive acceptance of social norms.

_______10. Which action most likely results from deliberate reflection rather than habit or instinct?
A. A person always greets their neighbors because it is customary.
B. An athlete relies on instinct during a high-pressure competition.
C. A child mimics the actions of their parents without questioning them.
D. A student chooses to study philosophy to better understand the meaning of life.
TEST II. TRUE OR FALSE. Read and understand the following sentences. Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE
if it is incorrect.

_____________11. An opinion is a judgment or viewpoint that may or may not be backed by evidence, while truth is
independent of individual perspectives.

_____________12. All truths begin as opinions before they are tested and verified.

_____________13. The Socratic Method involves asking and answering questions to stimulate critical thinking and uncover
underlying assumptions.

_____________14. The Socratic Method helps individuals arrive at wisdom and truth by challenging preconceived notions and
encouraging self-reflection.

_____________15. Socratic questioning is based on dialogue and mutual exploration rather than imposing one’s beliefs on
others.

TEST III. FALLACIES. Read and understand the following example situations. Identify the Fallacy being referred by each
situation. Choose your answer from the box below and write the letter of your answer on the space provided.

A. AD HOMINEM B. HASTY GENERALIZATION C. COMPOSITION FALLACY

________16. A student argues that cell phones should not be banned in class because they can be used for learning, and a
peer replies, “You only say that because you’re addicted to your phone.”

________17. "Each house in this neighborhood is beautiful, so the entire neighborhood must be a great place to live."

________18. A teacher observes that two students failed the first quiz and concludes, “The entire class is not prepared for this
subject.”

________19. A teenager tells their parent that curfew should be extended because they are responsible, and the parent replies,
“You’re too young to know what’s best.”

________20. After buying a defective phone from a brand, a customer declares, “This company only makes low-quality
products.”

________21. Each apartment in this building is small, so the entire building must be small.

________22. Every student in this class has a high GPA, so this class is the smartest in the school.

________23. Someone presents evidence against a conspiracy theory, and a commenter responds, “You’re just a sheep who
believes everything the government says.”

________24. A job applicant hears that one employee was overworked and concludes, “This company must exploit all its
workers.”

________25. A tourist meets a rude local in a foreign country and concludes, “Everyone in this country is unfriendly.”

TEST IV. THE HUMAN PERSON AS AN EMBODIED SPIRIT. Read and understand the following questions/sentences.
Choose and write the letter of your answer on the space before the item.

_______26. This refers to the general term commonly used to refer to the entire human race.
A. Person C. Human/human being
B. Man D. Personhood

_______27. This is much more complex term which generally refers to a human being granted recognition of certain rights,
protection, responsibilities, and dignity.
A. Person C. Human/human being
B. Man D. Personhood

_______28. These refers to the traits that define a human person:

A. Self-awareness, self-determination, externality, dignity
B. Self-recognition, self-determination, externality, dignity
C. Self-awareness, self-determination, externality, respect
D. Self-awareness, self-determination, existence, dignity

_______29. Which is not true about embodied spirit?

A. Embodied spirit is the union of body and soul.
B. Body is the material and the spirit is the intangible element.
C. Body and soul are separate
D. All of the above
_______30. Which of the following is not true about transcendence?
A. Transcendence is the state of existence above and beyond the limits of material experience
B. Transcendence is the act of rising above something to a superior state.
C. Transcendence can be a feeling of awe and connection to the world around you.
D. Transcendence is about something a human can achieve through only material things.

_______31. From a biological and physical standpoint, it can be recognized that the human body, although it can perform
many function, also has limitations. Which among the following is the best example of bodily limitation?
A. Mental and emotional disorder C. Lack of understanding
B. Attitude D. None of the above

_______32. One example of possibilities for transcendence is

A. May not occur for everyone C. Does not come at a specified period
B. Varies across all people D. Working towards reaching goal

_______33. Bodily limits can be tested by trying on new _________ and working on __________ with increasing levels of
difficulty.
A. Experiences – challenges C. Consequence – challenges
B. Experiences – consequence D. Consequence – transcendence

_______34. Philosophers believe that we have _________ aspect of human person, it is the spiritual element.
A. Intangible C. Interior
B. Tangible D. Exterior

_______35. Social and environmental limitations are more difficult to overcome that bodily limitation, why?
A. It involve the influence of other people.
B. It involve the influence of external world.
C. It involve the influence of the self
D. All of the above

_______36. How can a person overcome social and environmental limitation?

A. Proper mindset C. Motivation to rise above challenges
B. Clearly defined goals D. All of the above

_______37. Diseases and illness can be a bodily limitation because:

A. There are things that a sick person can’t do
B. There are part of their body is missing
C. There are part of their body can’t move
D. They can do all things

_______38. These are some points to remember when going beyond your limits are:
A. You are connected to the external world.
B. Your goal is more important than your fear.
C. Challenges are learning opportunities.
D. All of the above

TEST V. THE HUMAN PERSON IN THEIR ENVIRONMENT. Read and understand the following questions/sentences. Choose
and write the letter of your answer on the space before the item.

_______39. This refers to the discipline that studies the moral relationship of human beings with the environment and its non-
human contents.
A. Environmental philosophy C. Environmental ethics
B. Environmental aesthetics D. Environmental education

_______40. This refers to the philosophical view that believes maintaining order in the environment will bring out the natural
beauty of the surrounding and contribute to the well-being of the people and other organisms.
A. Environmental philosophy C. Environmental ethics
B. Environmental aesthetics D. Environmental education

_______41. This refers to a movement that aims to reduce the impact of human activities on the environment.
A. Ecocentrism C. Environmentalism
B. Ecofeminism D. Biocentrism

_______42. Which is the understanding of ecocentrism?

A. It is the belief that humans are the central and most significant species on the planet and they are free to
transform nature and use its resources.
B. Believes that humans are not only significant species on the planet, and that all organisms have inherent value
and should be protected.
C. This view believes that humankind is part of a greater biological system or community and we have a significant
role as stewards or guardians of nature.
D. This view drives the activities of humane organizations that advocate the ethical treatment of animals.

_______43. Which of the following best describe biocentrsm?

A. It is the belief that humans are the central and most significant species on the planet and they are free to
transform nature and use its resources.
 B. Believes that humans are not only significant species on the planet, and that all organisms have inherent value
and should be protected.
C. This view believes that humankind is part of a greater biological system or community and we have a significant
role as stewards or guardians of nature.
D. It focuses on the significant role of human kind in the world and considers nature as the means by which
humans are able to meet their needs and survive.

_______44. Which of the following best describe anthropocentrism?

A. It is the belief that humans are the central and most significant species on the planet and they are free to
transform nature and use its resources.
B. Believes that humans are not only significant species on the planet, and that all organisms have inherent value
and should be protected.
C. This view believes that humankind is part of a greater biological system or community and we have a significant
role as stewards or guardians of nature.
D. This view drives the activities of humane organizations that advocate the ethical treatment of animals.

_______45. Ecofeminism assumes that male-centered view of nature is the root cause of ecological problems.
A. It address environmental problems, humanity has to remove the superior vs. inferior in human relations.
B. Societies that are structured around hierarchies as well as economic classes use their authority to dominate
natural resources and exploit the environment for profit and self-interest.
C. This is experiencing ourselves as part of the living earth and find our role in protecting the planet.

_______46. PRUDENCE is the capacity to direct and discipline one’s activities and behaviour using reason. What is an
example of prudence?
A. Being careful to environment
B. Being careful to self
C. Being careful to consequences

_______47. Frugality is the cautious management of material resources, especially money. A frugal person always invests
time to think carefully just to save a lot of money. Which are not true about frugality?
A. Being thrifty
B. Careful supervision of one’s resources.
C. Spending money with wants

_______48. How can frugality help in solving environmental problems?

A. One of the main benefits of being a frugal person is that it is environmentally friendly. When someone is being
frugal in using natural resources like electricity and water, this person is putting lesser damage on our natural
environment.
B. A frugal person usually lives out the idea of “reduce, reuse, and recycle” just to minimize overall environmental
impact.
C. Use tumbler instead of plastic or paper disposable cup
D. All of the above

_______49. Environmentalism seeks to improve and protect the quality of the natural environment through changes to
environmentally harmful human activities. How can we make sure that these aims will be effective?
A. Ensuring that everyone has fair access to nature's resources and decisions about environmental issues
B. Reducing, reusing, and recycling items like paper, plastic, glass, and aluminum
C. All of the above
D. None of the above

_______50. Sustainable development is meeting the needs of the present without compromising the needs of the future
generation. There are three important principles of sustainability, which of the following is not included?
A. Environmental integrity C. Equity
B. Economic efficiency D. Equality

“Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
Proverbs 16:3