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Heidegger's Existentialism and the Question of Being

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What is the central theme of Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The meaning of being

  2. The existence of God

  3. The nature of human freedom

  4. The problem of evil


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heidegger's existentialism is primarily concerned with the question of being, or the nature of reality. He argues that traditional metaphysics has failed to adequately address this question, and that a new approach is needed.

What is the term Heidegger uses to refer to the being of human beings?

  1. Dasein

  2. Sein

  3. Existenz

  4. Geworfenheit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'Dasein' to refer to the being of human beings. Dasein is a unique kind of being that is characterized by its ability to be aware of its own existence and to make choices about its life.

What is the meaning of the term 'thrownness' (Geworfenheit) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are born into a particular time and place

  2. The fact that human beings are mortal

  3. The fact that human beings are free to choose their own destiny

  4. The fact that human beings are responsible for their own actions


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'thrownness' to refer to the fact that human beings are born into a particular time and place, and that they are shaped by the circumstances of their birth. This does not mean that human beings are determined by their circumstances, but it does mean that they are limited by them.

What is the meaning of the term 'care' (Sorge) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The concern that human beings have for their own well-being

  2. The concern that human beings have for others

  3. The concern that human beings have for the world

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'care' to refer to the concern that human beings have for their own well-being, for others, and for the world. Care is a fundamental aspect of human existence, and it is what motivates us to act in the world.

What is the meaning of the term 'authenticity' (Eigentlichkeit) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The state of being true to oneself

  2. The state of being in harmony with the world

  3. The state of being free from anxiety

  4. The state of being able to choose one's own destiny


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'authenticity' to refer to the state of being true to oneself. This means being aware of one's own existence, one's own possibilities, and one's own limitations. It also means being willing to accept responsibility for one's own life.

What is the meaning of the term 'inauthenticity' (Uneigentlichkeit) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The state of being false to oneself

  2. The state of being in conflict with the world

  3. The state of being anxious about one's existence

  4. The state of being unable to choose one's own destiny


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'inauthenticity' to refer to the state of being false to oneself. This means being unaware of one's own existence, one's own possibilities, and one's own limitations. It also means being unwilling to accept responsibility for one's own life.

What is the meaning of the term 'being-in-the-world' (In-der-Welt-sein) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are always in relation to the world

  2. The fact that human beings are shaped by the world

  3. The fact that human beings are responsible for the world

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'being-in-the-world' to refer to the fact that human beings are always in relation to the world. This means that we are shaped by the world, that we are responsible for the world, and that we are always interacting with the world.

What is the meaning of the term 'temporality' (Zeitlichkeit) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are always in time

  2. The fact that human beings are shaped by time

  3. The fact that human beings are responsible for time

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'temporality' to refer to the fact that human beings are always in time. This means that we are shaped by time, that we are responsible for time, and that we are always interacting with time.

What is the meaning of the term 'historicity' (Geschichtlichkeit) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are always in history

  2. The fact that human beings are shaped by history

  3. The fact that human beings are responsible for history

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'historicity' to refer to the fact that human beings are always in history. This means that we are shaped by history, that we are responsible for history, and that we are always interacting with history.

What is the meaning of the term 'finitude' (Endlichkeit) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are mortal

  2. The fact that human beings are limited

  3. The fact that human beings are imperfect

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'finitude' to refer to the fact that human beings are mortal, limited, and imperfect. This does not mean that human beings are nothing, but it does mean that we are not everything.

What is the meaning of the term 'transcendence' (Transzendenz) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The ability of human beings to go beyond themselves

  2. The ability of human beings to create new possibilities

  3. The ability of human beings to choose their own destiny

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'transcendence' to refer to the ability of human beings to go beyond themselves, to create new possibilities, and to choose their own destiny. Transcendence is what makes human beings unique among all other creatures.

What is the meaning of the term 'Being-towards-death' (Sein-zum-Tode) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are always aware of their own mortality

  2. The fact that human beings are always preparing for their own death

  3. The fact that human beings are always trying to avoid their own death

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'Being-towards-death' to refer to the fact that human beings are always aware of their own mortality. This awareness is what gives human life its meaning and urgency.

What is the meaning of the term 'resoluteness' (Entschlossenheit) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The ability of human beings to face their own mortality

  2. The ability of human beings to accept their own finitude

  3. The ability of human beings to choose their own destiny

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'resoluteness' to refer to the ability of human beings to face their own mortality, to accept their own finitude, and to choose their own destiny. Resoluteness is what allows human beings to live authentic lives.

What is the meaning of the term 'thrown projection' (Geworfener Entwurf) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are always projecting themselves into the future

  2. The fact that human beings are always creating new possibilities for themselves

  3. The fact that human beings are always trying to control their own destiny

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'thrown projection' to refer to the fact that human beings are always projecting themselves into the future, creating new possibilities for themselves, and trying to control their own destiny. This is what gives human life its meaning and purpose.

What is the meaning of the term 'care-structure of Dasein' (Sorge-Struktur des Daseins) in Heidegger's existentialism?

  1. The fact that human beings are always concerned about their own well-being

  2. The fact that human beings are always concerned about the well-being of others

  3. The fact that human beings are always concerned about the well-being of the world

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heidegger uses the term 'care-structure of Dasein' to refer to the fact that human beings are always concerned about their own well-being, the well-being of others, and the well-being of the world. This is what gives human life its meaning and purpose.

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