Understanding Essentialism

What does the term 'essence' refer to in classical philosophy?

• The accidental features of a being

• The true and permanent nature of a being

• The physical appearance of a being

• The temporary characteristics of a being

According to Aristotle, what is the essence of a human being?

• Physical strength

• Creativity

• Emotional intelligence

• Rationality

Why does Aristotle consider a dead man no longer a man?

• Because he no longer possesses reason

• Because he loses his physical form

• Because he cannot communicate

• Because he loses his identity

How is essentialism viewed in modern feminism?

• As a way to celebrate female differences

• As a critique of the idea of an unchanging female nature

• As a method to define women's roles

• As a support for traditional gender roles

What is strategic essentialism according to Diatris Pivac?

• A temporary abandonment of universalism to challenge dominant discourses

• A way to reinforce traditional gender roles

• A strategy to highlight individual differences

• A method to embrace universalism