The Story of Philosophy Quiz Questions | Quiz: Plato to Schopenhauer

Quiz: Plato to Schopenhauer

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What motivates Voltaire to accept Prince Frederick's invitation and travel expenses to join him in his court in Potsdam?
a) his curiosity about German philosophy
b) a warrant for his arrest in Paris
c) an opportunity to learn German
d) his sorrow after the death of his mistress

2. What does Schopenhauer suggest is a deception of nature that disillusions?
a) education and marriage
b) love and marriage
c) beauty and happiness
d) marriage and happiness

3. What does Baruch Spinoza begin to feel about his traditional Jewish education?
a) fulfilled educationally
b) unsatisfied with answers he gets in the synagogue
c) tired with how long it takes
d) confused by different interpretations of the Torah