Overview
Questions:
1. Using the "Heaven Without Bodies" Thought Probe, explain what is wrong with Descartes's conceivability argument.
2. How does William's thought experiment about Guy Fawkes undermine the psychological continuity theory?
3. pg 206: “Guilty Minds and Pre-Crime” Thought Probe
4.What is the problem of religious diversity?
eneral Advice:
Write like you are speaking to another student who is not enrolled in our class. They have interest but do not have the context or the background necessary to understand your answer.
So, you should ELABORATE, GIVE EXAMPLES, PUT THINGS IN CONTEXT, and/or everything else that may help you explain your answer to your buddy.
You should be aiming for something around 1500 words in total for a decent grade. But feel free to go over this word minimum.
There is no maximum word limit!
Remember to ask yourself all the important checklist type questions:
In explaining an idea/theory, did I also mention objections or problems with the theory?
When explaining an objection to a theory, did I also explain the theory itself?
Did I answer every part of the question?
Did I fully explain any concepts, ideas, thought experiments, arguments, etc... necessary for a layperson to understand your answer to the question?
Did I base my answers on what I learned from class (the lectures, the textbook, our discussions, related coursework, etc...)?
Did I provide reasons for my own claims (backed up my claims with evidence, logic, or sensible assumptions (depends on the context*)?
As a shorthand (rough guide), did I write 2 paragraphs (6 to 10 sentences each) or more?
Did I use examples to illustrate points, theories, objections, or concepts?
Did I organize my ideas?
Did I reference course material (textbook, readings, canvas links)?