Fragments by Heraclitus
  • 1. What is the primary theme of Heraclitus's fragments?
A) Equality
B) Change
C) Simplicity
D) Stability
  • 2. Which of the following phrases is attributed to Heraclitus?
A) The unexamined life is not worth living.
B) You cannot step into the same river twice.
C) To be is to be perceived.
D) Time is a flat circle.
  • 3. What element did Heraclitus consider to be foundational in the nature of the cosmos?
A) Earth
B) Water
C) Air
D) Fire
  • 4. What is the famous saying of Heraclitus regarding the nature of life?
A) Life demands order.
B) Life is like a river.
C) Life is eternal.
D) Life is a journey.
  • 5. Heraclitus expresses a view that all things are:
A) Immutable.
B) In flux.
C) Resolute.
D) Fleeting.
  • 6. The phrase 'Everything flows' signifies Heraclitus's belief in:
A) Complete chaos.
B) Stagnation.
C) Eternal rest.
D) Perpetual change.
  • 7. What does Heraclitus mean by 'Logos'?
A) A political system
B) A type of music
C) The principle of order and knowledge
D) A physical object
  • 8. Heraclitus’s thought is often contrasted with which other philosopher?
A) Aristotle
B) Parmenides
C) Plato
D) Socrates
  • 9. Which of the following best describes Heraclitus's view on opposites?
A) Opposites are irrelevant.
B) Opposites are necessary for harmony.
C) Opposites are harmful.
D) Opposites do not exist.
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