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Horwich's Theory of Truth

Description: This quiz assesses your understanding of Horwich's Theory of Truth, a prominent theory in epistemology that challenges traditional notions of truth and knowledge.
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What is the central idea behind Horwich's Theory of Truth?

  1. Truth is a property of propositions.

  2. Truth is a property of beliefs.

  3. Truth is a property of sentences.

  4. Truth is a property of the world.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to Horwich, truth is not an objective property of the world or propositions but rather a property of beliefs held by individuals.

What is the main argument against traditional theories of truth?

  1. Traditional theories rely on the correspondence theory of truth.

  2. Traditional theories fail to account for the existence of false beliefs.

  3. Traditional theories are too abstract and divorced from everyday language.

  4. Traditional theories are incompatible with modern physics.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Horwich argues that traditional theories of truth cannot adequately explain how false beliefs can exist if truth is an objective property of the world.

What is the core concept of Horwich's minimal theory of truth?

  1. Truth is a property of beliefs that are justified and reliable.

  2. Truth is a property of beliefs that are held with a high degree of confidence.

  3. Truth is a property of beliefs that are widely accepted by a community.

  4. Truth is a property of beliefs that are useful for practical purposes.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Horwich's minimal theory of truth defines truth as a property of beliefs that are justified and reliable, meaning they are based on evidence and have a high probability of being true.

How does Horwich's theory of truth challenge traditional notions of knowledge?

  1. It undermines the idea that knowledge is a justified true belief.

  2. It suggests that knowledge is only possible in certain domains.

  3. It implies that knowledge is subjective and relative to individuals.

  4. It argues that knowledge is unnecessary for practical purposes.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Horwich's theory challenges the traditional definition of knowledge as justified true belief by arguing that truth is a property of beliefs, not of the world, and that justification is not a necessary condition for truth.

What is the significance of Horwich's theory of truth in contemporary epistemology?

  1. It has led to a renewed interest in the nature of truth and knowledge.

  2. It has influenced the development of new theories of epistemic justification.

  3. It has sparked debates about the role of evidence and reliability in belief formation.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Horwich's theory of truth has had a significant impact on contemporary epistemology, prompting discussions about the nature of truth, epistemic justification, and the role of evidence and reliability in belief formation.

Which philosopher is known for criticizing Horwich's theory of truth on the grounds that it is too deflationary?

  1. Hilary Putnam

  2. Alvin Plantinga

  3. Robert Brandom

  4. John McDowell

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hilary Putnam is a prominent philosopher who has criticized Horwich's theory of truth for being too deflationary, arguing that it fails to capture the robust and objective nature of truth.

What is the main objection to Horwich's theory of truth raised by Alvin Plantinga?

  1. Horwich's theory is incompatible with theism.

  2. Horwich's theory fails to account for the existence of necessary truths.

  3. Horwich's theory is too subjective and relativist.

  4. Horwich's theory is based on a flawed understanding of justification.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alvin Plantinga, a Christian philosopher, has argued that Horwich's theory of truth cannot accommodate the existence of necessary truths, such as logical and mathematical truths, which are true in all possible worlds.

How does Horwich respond to the objection that his theory of truth is too deflationary?

  1. He argues that deflationism is a virtue, not a flaw.

  2. He modifies his theory to include a more robust notion of truth.

  3. He rejects the objection and maintains his original theory.

  4. He concedes that his theory is deflationary but argues that it is still adequate.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Horwich acknowledges that his theory of truth is deflationary but defends it by arguing that it is still adequate for capturing the essential features of truth and knowledge.

What is the relationship between Horwich's theory of truth and his views on epistemic justification?

  1. Horwich's theory of truth is independent of his views on epistemic justification.

  2. Horwich's theory of truth implies that epistemic justification is unnecessary for truth.

  3. Horwich's theory of truth requires a specific account of epistemic justification.

  4. Horwich's theory of truth is incompatible with any account of epistemic justification.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Horwich's theory of truth is closely linked to his views on epistemic justification, as he argues that truth is a property of justified beliefs and that justification is a necessary condition for truth.

Which philosopher has developed a theory of truth that is similar to Horwich's theory of truth?

  1. Robert Brandom

  2. John McDowell

  3. Crispin Wright

  4. Simon Blackburn

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Robert Brandom is a philosopher who has developed a theory of truth that is similar to Horwich's theory of truth, known as 'inferentialism', which emphasizes the role of inferential relations in determining the truth of beliefs.

What is the main difference between Horwich's theory of truth and Brandom's theory of truth?

  1. Horwich's theory is deflationary, while Brandom's theory is inflationary.

  2. Horwich's theory emphasizes the role of justification, while Brandom's theory emphasizes the role of inference.

  3. Horwich's theory is based on a correspondence theory of truth, while Brandom's theory is based on a coherence theory of truth.

  4. Horwich's theory is applicable to all beliefs, while Brandom's theory is only applicable to certain types of beliefs.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The main difference between Horwich's theory of truth and Brandom's theory of truth is that Horwich emphasizes the role of justification in determining the truth of beliefs, while Brandom emphasizes the role of inferential relations.

Which philosopher has criticized Horwich's theory of truth for failing to provide an adequate account of the normativity of truth?

  1. John McDowell

  2. Crispin Wright

  3. Simon Blackburn

  4. Robert Brandom

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

John McDowell is a philosopher who has criticized Horwich's theory of truth for failing to provide an adequate account of the normativity of truth, arguing that truth is not simply a property of beliefs but also involves a normative dimension.

What is the main objection to Horwich's theory of truth raised by Crispin Wright?

  1. Horwich's theory is incompatible with the existence of necessary truths.

  2. Horwich's theory fails to account for the normativity of truth.

  3. Horwich's theory is too deflationary.

  4. Horwich's theory is based on a flawed understanding of justification.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Crispin Wright is a philosopher who has criticized Horwich's theory of truth for failing to account for the normativity of truth, arguing that truth is not simply a property of beliefs but also involves a normative dimension that guides our epistemic practices.

How does Horwich respond to the objection that his theory of truth fails to account for the normativity of truth?

  1. He argues that the normativity of truth is a secondary feature that can be derived from his minimalist theory of truth.

  2. He modifies his theory to include a more robust notion of truth that incorporates normativity.

  3. He rejects the objection and maintains his original theory.

  4. He concedes that his theory fails to account for the normativity of truth and seeks to develop a new theory that addresses this issue.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Horwich responds to the objection that his theory of truth fails to account for the normativity of truth by arguing that the normativity of truth is a secondary feature that can be derived from his minimalist theory of truth, which focuses on the relationship between beliefs, justification, and reliability.

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