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Being and Nothingness by Jean Paul Sartre
Contributed by: Barry
  • 1. What distinction does Sartre make between being-for-itself and being-in-itself?
A) Both are conscious
B) Being-in-itself is more important
C) Being-for-itself is conscious; being-in-itself is not
D) Both are unconscious
  • 2. What is the 'look' in Sartre's philosophy?
A) Cognition
B) The act of self-reflection
C) Physical observation
D) The awareness of being perceived by others
  • 3. In 'Being and Nothingness', what does Sartre argue about essence?
A) It is inherent at birth
B) It is created through actions
C) It is dictated by society
D) It is predetermined by fate
  • 4. Which literary movement is Sartre associated with?
A) Existentialism
B) Romanticism
C) Surrealism
D) Modernism
  • 5. Which concept does Sartre explore in relation to existential dread?
A) Material wealth
B) The absurd
C) Scientific rationality
D) Optimism
  • 6. What is the significance of 'nothingness' in Sartre's philosophy?
A) It represents despair
B) It allows for freedom and choice
C) It is a barrier to understanding
D) It is irrelevant
  • 7. In 'Being and Nothingness', how does Sartre view self-reflection?
A) As unnecessary
B) As a distraction from true self
C) As a key aspect of existence
D) As purely emotional
  • 8. What does Sartre mean by 'existential angst'?
A) A fear of death
B) A feeling of anxiety stemming from freedom
C) A feeling of contentment
D) The joy of living
  • 9. What does Sartre argue about human relationships?
A) They are inherently love-filled
B) They are simple and uncomplicated
C) They are irrelevant to existence
D) They often involve conflict
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