Types of truth quiz

Which type of truth is concerned with a statement’s alignment with observable reality?

• Coherence truth

• Correspondence truth

• Pragmatic truth

• Subjective truth

In which field is coherence truth most often applied?

• Biology

• Mathematics

• Literature

• Engineering

What is the main focus of pragmatic truth?

• Logical consistency

• Social constructs

• Practical effectiveness

• Empirical evidence

Which of the following is an example of constructivist truth?

• Gravity causes objects to fall.

• Laws of motion govern the universe.

• Gender roles are shaped by culture.

• Water boils at 100°C at sea level.

How is consensus truth typically established?

• Through experimentation

• By divine revelation

• By majority agreement

• Through logical deduction

Which type of truth is most closely associated with religious teachings?

• Revealed truth

• Pragmatic truth

• Subjective truth

• Correspondence truth

What characterizes subjective truth?

• It is independent of personal beliefs.

• It is based on personal perspective.

• It is universally accepted.

• It is verified by scientific methods.

What type of truth is fundamental in scientific inquiry and rational thought?

• Objective truth

• Consensus truth

• Coherence truth

• Subjective truth

What is a key limitation of coherence truth?

• It relies heavily on practical effectiveness.

• It may be disconnected from reality.

• It focuses on empirical observation.

• It depends on majority agreement.

Which type of truth is primarily concerned with what works in practice?

• Objective truth

• Coherence truth

• Pragmatic truth

• Revealed truth