Cristina, this is for philosophy same book from previous assignments.
Chapter 6.3-6.5Instructions
Read the assigned reading from the chapter. Then choose ONE of the questions below to answer. Answer the question you chose in a response that is a minimum of 1-2 paragraphs.
Be sure to explain your answers and give reasons for your views. You should cite the textbook and use brief quotations and summaries from the textbook in your response. Do NOT use any other sources besides the textbook.
- Explain Locke's view that we can have knowledge of an external world despite our being directly aware only of sense data. Do you agree with him, or do you side with his critics who say that we can know only the contents of our minds?
- Why does Berkeley deny the existence of material objects? Explain his view of subjective idealism. Do you accept or reject his theory? Why or why not?
- Suppose someone claims that he can easily refute Berkeley's idealism by simply kicking a rock or eating an apple. Does this demonstration show that Berkeley's view is false? Explain.
- Hume thinks that all knowledge must be traced back to perceptions; otherwise, assertions of knowledge are meaningless. From this, he concludes that all theological and metaphysical speculations are worthless. Do you agree with him? Why or why not?
- What does Kant mean by "Thoughts without content are empty, intuitions without concepts are blind?" Do you agree that at least some of your perceptions are conceptualized?
Content 100 pts Exemplary Postings are characterized by clarity of argument, depth of insight into course content, application of course content, relevancy, and unusual insights. Arguments and facts are supported by resources / references.90 pts Proficient Postings are clear and accurate but may not always directly address journal questions. At some points contains opinion not supported with careful analysis and scholarly thought. Some assertions are not supported by evidence.80 pts Good Postings are accurate and on topic, but with some omissions. Tendency to recite fact, with little analysis. Some quotes do not show an independent understanding of the material.70 pts Competent Responses are on topic, but may omit important elements. May occasionally contain gross errors in understanding. May frequently quote without showing independent understanding.60 pts Developing Responses are not directly related to journal questions. Responses show major misunderstanding of course material. No use of the textbook material or a constant reliance on direct quotes without any explanation.0 ptsUnsatisfactoryNo submission; major academic dishonesty; submitted after the deadline without instructor permission.