What key fact about human nature did David Hume identify?

David Hume: Philosophy and Influence

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Humans are naturally altruistic.
Humans are primarily driven by logic.
Humans are inherently rational beings.
Humans are more influenced by feelings than reason.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did Hume believe public intellectuals were important?
They could write complex philosophical texts.
They could provide logical arguments.
They could excite a passion-based attachment to ideas.
They could replace university professors.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Hume's view on the education of feelings?
Feelings should be educated to promote benevolence and patience.
Education should only address logical reasoning.
Education should focus on rationality.
Feelings should be ignored in education.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Hume's stance on religious belief?
It is based on rational arguments.
It is a product of logical reasoning.
It is driven by emotions rather than reason.
It should be debated with facts.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What concept did Hume doubt regarding personal identity?
The significance of religion.
The existence of a core self.
The importance of emotions.
The role of rationality.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did Hume view the role of rationality in human beliefs?
Rationality is the foundation of all beliefs.
Beliefs are justified by their utility, not their truth.
Rationality is more important than emotions.
Beliefs should be discarded if not rational.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Hume's philosophy differ from Descartes'?
Hume believed in the supremacy of rationality.
Hume emphasized the utility of beliefs over their truth.
Hume focused on logical conundrums.
Hume agreed with Descartes on most points.
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