Stoicism vs. Epicureanism: 10th Grade Ethics Synthesis Quiz (Advanced) ワークシート • 無料PDFダウンロード 解答キー
Sophomores evaluate competing Hellenistic theories on the nature of pain, pleasure, and the 'Logos' through rigorous ethical analysis.
教育的概要
This ethics synthesis quiz assesses student understanding of the foundational tenets of Stoicism and Epicureanism, focusing on their differing perspectives on cosmology, happiness, and moral virtue. The assessment utilizes a comparative pedagogical approach, requiring students to distinguish between complex philosophical terms like Ataraxia, Apatheia, and the Logos. It is designed for high school philosophy or world history courses as a formative assessment to gauge mastery of Hellenistic thought and ethical analysis.
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- Differentiate between Stoic and Epicurean definitions of happiness and the good life.
- Analyze the role of the Logos and natural law in Hellenistic ethical frameworks.
- Identify key historical figures and texts associated with major schools of Greek philosophy.
All 10 Questions
- In the context of Stoic cosmology, which concept represents the rational principle or 'divine reason' that governs the universe?A) AtaraxiaB) LogosC) ApeironD) Telos
- Epicurus taught that the highest state of human happiness is ______, defined as a state of freedom from emotional disturbance and anxiety.A) ApatheiaB) CatharsisC) AtaraxiaD) Arete
- Stoicism argues that external circumstances, such as wealth or health, are 'indifferents' and do not affect one’s ability to live a virtuous life.A) TrueB) False
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- Which Pre-Socratic philosopher famously proposed that 'all is flux' (Panta Rhei), suggesting that change is the fundamental essence of the universe?A) ParmenidesB) AnaximanderC) HeraclitusD) Thales
- Epicureanism promotes a lifestyle of wild over-indulgence and physical excess in order to maximize sensory pleasure.A) TrueB) False
- The philosopher ______ is often associated with the 'Enchiridion,' a manual on how to maintain inner peace by distinguishing between what we control and what we do not.A) Zeno of CitiumB) EpictetusC) LucretiusD) Seneca
- Which philosophical school practiced the 'epoché' (suspension of judgment) to achieve mental peace by realizing that certain knowledge is unattainable?A) Pyrrhonism (Skepticism)B) CynicismC) PythagoreanismD) Peripateticism
- Diogenes of Sinope was the most famous proponent of ______, a school that rejected social conventions in favor of living in accordance with nature.A) HedonismB) CynicismC) AtomismD) Neoplatonism
- For the Stoics, the primary goal of life is to achieve 'Apatheia,' which translates to a total lack of all human emotion, including love and joy.A) TrueB) False
- Which Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher wrote 'Meditations' as a series of personal reflections on duty, mortality, and the transience of life?A) AugustusB) NeroC) Marcus AureliusD) Hadrian
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よくある質問
Yes, this Ethics Synthesis Quiz is a perfect no-prep resource for a substitute teacher because the questions are clear and include a comprehensive answer key for easy grading.
Most tenth-grade students will complete this Ethics Synthesis Quiz in approximately 20 to 30 minutes, making it ideal for a mid-period check for understanding.
This Ethics Synthesis Quiz can be used for differentiation by providing the included explanations as a study guide for students who need more scaffolding or using the questions as a springboard for small group debate.
This Ethics Synthesis Quiz is specifically calibrated for grade 10 students, though it is rigorous enough for advanced placement or honors human geography and history classes.
Teachers can use this Ethics Synthesis Quiz as an exit ticket or a bell-ringer to quickly evaluate student mastery of ancient ethical theories before moving into Roman history or modern moral philosophy.
