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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following describes the consequences of Kant's political belief?

2. Why didn't Kant advocate democracy?

3. The example in the reading pertaining to perception is that one sees a person, not just their ____.

4. Which of the following is true about the idealism Fichte wanted to justify?

5. Which of the following would Kant agree with?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is paradox freedom?

2. What is your personal observation of Kant's philosophy?

3. Describe the fundamental political right, according to Kant.

4. Which philosopher took the most extravagant interpretation of Kant's views, and why?

5. According to Kant, what should the government's role be?

6. According to Kant, what is at the root of morality?

7. Describe Kant's categorical imperative.

8. What is the relationship that Kant assigned between politics and transcendental philosophy?

9. Describe Schopenhauer's interpretation of Kant's philosophies.

10. Describe Kant's third formulation of the categorical imperative at the root of morality.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Kant's early life. Why was it rare for him to attend school? Describe the quality of his education.

Essay Topic 2

What is the difference between a hypothetical imperative and a categorical imperative? How did Kant use these in his theories? Give three examples of each.

Essay Topic 3

What arguments does Kant's "Critique of Judgment" make? Why are his arguments disorganized and weak?

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