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