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What Is Called Thinking? by Martin Heidegger - Test
  • 1. What does Heidegger argue is the essence of thinking?
A) Assuming
B) Calculating
C) Questioning
D) Answering
  • 2. According to Heidegger, what is the primary mode of human existence?
A) Being-for-others
B) Being-as-entity
C) Being-within
D) Being-in-the-world
  • 3. What does Heidegger say that modern technology leads to?
A) Liberation
B) Simplicity
C) Complexity
D) Enframing
  • 4. What is the importance of 'silence' in Heidegger's conception of thinking?
A) It prevents distractions.
B) It is irrelevant.
C) It allows for true contemplation.
D) It is a sign of ignorance.
  • 5. Heidegger contrasts thinking with which other activity?
A) Feeling
B) Knowing
C) Acting
D) Calculating
  • 6. What type of thinking does Heidegger criticize?
A) Technological thinking
B) Intuitive thinking
C) Philosophical thinking
D) Creative thinking
  • 7. What does Heidegger say is required for genuine thinking?
A) Speaking loudly
B) Writing extensively
C) Listening
D) Reading quickly
  • 8. How does Heidegger describe the act of thinking in relation to everyday life?
A) It is rarely practiced.
B) It is a distraction from reality.
C) It is mostly theoretical.
D) It is a deep engagement with existence.
  • 9. In Heidegger's view, what is the relationship between Being and thinking?
A) Thinking reveals Being.
B) Thinking creates Being.
C) Being is irrelevant to thinking.
D) Thinking denies Being.
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