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The Structure of Scientific Revolutions by Thomas Kuhn
Contributed by: Barry
  • 1. What term does Kuhn use to describe the dominant framework within which scientists operate?
A) Paradigm
B) Hypothesis
C) Theory
D) Model
  • 2. Which of the following is a key feature of normal science, according to Kuhn?
A) Speculative theory
B) Falsification
C) Puzzle-solving
D) Radical innovation
  • 3. What does Kuhn claim happens during a scientific revolution?
A) Complete elimination of the past
B) Refinement of the existing paradigm
C) A paradigm shift
D) Consolidation of theories
  • 4. What does Kuhn argue about scientific progress?
A) It is not linear
B) It is always progressive
C) It is primarily subjective
D) It leads to absolute truth
  • 5. What does Kuhn suggest about the role of historical context in science?
A) It shapes the understanding of paradigms
B) It leads to misconceptions
C) It complicates the scientific method
D) It is irrelevant to scientific truth
  • 6. According to Kuhn, who is most likely to resist new paradigms?
A) Public opinion
B) Young researchers
C) Funding organizations
D) Established scientists
  • 7. In Kuhn's view, what can cause a paradigm shift?
A) Increased experimentation success
B) Accumulation of unresolved anomalies
C) Rigid adherence to methods
D) Collaboration among scientists
  • 8. Which historical example does Kuhn use to illustrate paradigm shifts?
A) The Newtonian Shift
B) The Copernican Revolution
C) The Galilean Principle
D) The Einsteinian Revolution
  • 9. What does Kuhn say about the acceptance of a new paradigm?
A) It is always based on clear evidence
B) It bypasses older scientists' views
C) It is typically immediate
D) It often requires a generational change
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