Aristotle Flashcards

(6 cards)

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How did Aristotle believe humans learn best?

A

By observing the real world and learning through experience.

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2
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What is the Golden Mean?

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The idea that virtue is the balanced middle between two extremes.

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3
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What did Aristotle mean when he said, “We are what we repeatedly do”?

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That habits shape our character.

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4
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What did Aristotle say humans need in order to flourish?

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Community and relationships with others.

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5
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What is the name Aristotle gave for living a good and meaningful life?

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Eudaimonia (flourishing or becoming your best self).

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6
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What is the most important of Aristotle’s Four Causes?

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The Final Cause (the purpose of a thing).

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