One of the Major Changes in Philosophy During Recent Times

question 13

Multiple Choice

One of the major changes in philosophy during recent times has been related to linguistics; philosophers who approach their studies from this viewpoint would be most likely to say that

• A) the study of other languages helps people understand that different cultures place differing degrees of importance on single events as well as entire belief systems.
• B) discussing ideas with an open mind makes it more likely that one will come to a realization of the truth.
• C) talk is cheap, because there is no truth to be found.
• D) learning to express oneself well will give a person a more fruitful life.
• E) there is no true spirit or soul; rather, only when we talk about something does it exist at all.