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Philosophers and Their World
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This is a quiz about the social and historical context of great philosophers
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Tough
10 Q
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wwtbam1
Apr 12 13
222 plays
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Socrates: An Examined Life
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Socrates once said, "An unexamined life is not worth living". What do you know about the life of one of the greatest thinkers the world has ever known?
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10 Q
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ponycargirl
Apr 12 13
171 plays
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A to Z of Philosophers - 'B'
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Second quiz in the series of the lives of philosophers - alphabetically of course. Next up the letter 'B' and Francis Bacon, Jeremy Bentham and Boethius. Enjoy!
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Tough
10 Q
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jonnowales
Feb 03 09
297 plays
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Philosophers à la Monty Python
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From the film "The Meaning of Life", to the "Philosophers' Football Match" sketch and the "Bruces' Philosophers Song" sung by the Bruces at the University of Woolloomooloo, Monty Python's view of the world of philosophy was unique, to say the least.
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10 Q
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reedy
Oct 14 12
279 plays
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Jean-Paul Sartre: Life and Works
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This quiz will briefly cover the hugely influential philosopher, Jean-Paul Sartre, from his personal life to his famous works. Hopefully you will learn a thing or two!
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10 Q
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I-Am-A-Car
Mar 31 09
408 plays
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Philosophers Behaving Badly
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The humorous side of some of the world's greatest minds.
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Difficult
10 Q
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ingilby
Aug 22 02
1992 plays
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René Descartes: Life and Works
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This quiz will briefly cover the hugely influential philosopher, René Descartes, from his personal life to his famous works. Hopefully you will learn a thing or two!
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Tough
10 Q
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I-Am-A-Car
May 15 09
354 plays
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A to Z of Philosophers - 'A'
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This is the first in a series of quizzes that looks at the lives and beliefs of a plethora of philosophers. First up the letter 'A' and St Anselm, St Thomas Aquinas and Aristotle. Enjoy!
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Tough
10 Q
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jonnowales
Dec 28 08
360 plays
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Philosophers In Their Own Words
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In lieu of proper questions, I have provided three quotes from each philosopher which reveal the character of their unique ideologies.
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Tough
10 Q
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unearth
May 29 04
1440 plays
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Nietzsche, Glad Ta Meetcha!
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What do you know about this Fritz?
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15 Q
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Athaell
May 26 02
1188 plays
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Utilitarians and Consequentialists
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As a race, what actions should we take and what should the consequences of those actions be? This quiz explores the views of some of the most renowned consequentialists over time.
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Average
10 Q
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pollucci19
Apr 02 11
159 plays
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Still More about Philosophers
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This quiz is dedicated to my comrade-in-arms in the trade Ingilby, hoping he will gather as few points with this quiz as I did with his quizzes, but fearing the contrary.
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Tough
10 Q
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Oblomov
Jul 28 03
591 plays
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The Revolutionary Jean Jacques Rousseau
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Brilliant, candid and at times supremely hypocritical Rousseau influenced a wide range of leaders and their policies, from Thomas Jefferson to Joseph Stalin. How well do you remember his life and writings?
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Average
10 Q
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uglybird
Jan 31 04
459 plays
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On Your Marx
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I can't belive there are no quizzes on Karl Marx. Whether you agree with his ideas or not he was one of the most influential 19th century philosophers. Let me correct this oversight with this quiz on his life.
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Average
10 Q
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colpeakbagger
Jun 13 11
213 plays
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English Philosophers
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Some interesting trivia regarding English and Scottish fellows...
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10 Q
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thejazzkickazz
Jul 30 02
726 plays
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The Life of Voltaire
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As a leader of the Enlightenment, Voltaire's influence persists today. See how well you know this courageous and sagacious writer, philosopher, and champion of social justice.
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Difficult
10 Q
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jstagamtome
May 28 04
396 plays
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Hume or Me?
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Can you cull the real answer from my cunning deceptions in this true/false quiz? Is it Hume or Me?
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Average
10 Q
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uglybird
Feb 18 04
369 plays
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Famous Philosophers
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Test your knowledge of the most famous philosophers.
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Tough
10 Q
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shusem81
May 29 03
2706 plays
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Philosophers and Their Oddities
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Thought that it might be fun to look at what some famous historical figures got up to in their spare time. Hope you have fun!
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Tough
10 Q
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pavr
Jan 24 03
762 plays
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Strolling Through The Kierkegaarden
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Test your knowledge of Søren Aabye Kierkegaard, the father of existentialism.
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Tough
10 Q
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napkintosh
Jun 16 02
468 plays
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Denis Diderot
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Denis Diderot was one of the most important philosophers during his lifetime. See how much you know about this man, nicknamed, "Le Philosophe".
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Tough
10 Q
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GWU_Boy
Dec 11 02
249 plays
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Albert Schweitzer
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See how much you know about this famous philospher and humanitarian with this quiz. No trivial knowledge assumed or needed.
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Tough
10 Q
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GWU_Boy
Dec 08 02
360 plays
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French Philosophers
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French philosophy is perhaps not as systematic as German or English philosophy, but is no less intriguing. I think St. Simon and Voltaire are my favorite philosophers from France...what about yourself?
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10 Q
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thejazzkickazz
Aug 03 02
498 plays
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Immanuel Kant
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This is a challenging quiz on Kant's philosophy.
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Tough
10 Q
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gooty5446
Apr 12 00
915 plays
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Background of Confucianism
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Here's a pretty easy quiz on the background of the Chinese philosophy/religion of Confucianism.
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Difficult
5 Q
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TeamRNL
Dec 12 02
357 plays
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Famous Philosophers
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Listed are some famous Philosophy movements. Do you know who started these fads?
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Impossible
5 Q
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thejazzkickazz
Sep 10 00
1662 plays
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Mencius and Epicurus
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The Greek philosopher Epicurus (341-270) and the Chinese philosopher Mencius (371?-289?) were contemporaries, but lived too far apart to know each other. But if they would have met, they would have agreed on many issues.
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Difficult
15 Q
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woordenboer
Jun 30 03
246 plays
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Philosophers
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A short quiz on philosophers.
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Impossible
5 Q
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thejazzkickazz
Sep 02 00
1392 plays
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Modern Philosophers
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A short quiz on modern philosphers.
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Impossible
5 Q
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thejazzkickazz
Sep 02 00
810 plays
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