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I and Thou by Martin Buber
Contributed by: Casey
  • 1. In Buber’s philosophy, 'I-Thou' relates to which type of interaction?
A) Competition
B) Indifference
C) Objectification
D) Mutuality
  • 2. What does Buber argue is essential for a true 'I-Thou' relationship?
A) Formal communication
B) Analysis and control
C) Presence and dialogue
D) Distance and observation
  • 3. What does Buber mean by 'the eternal'?
A) A historical event
B) A fixed moral law
C) A connection beyond time and space
D) An unchangeable state
  • 4. Buber's concept of 'the between' refers to:
A) A physical distance
B) An individual state
C) The space of mutual relationship
D) A concept of time
  • 5. Buber believes that personal relationships should be characterized by:
A) Reciprocity
B) Imposition
C) Hierarchy
D) Neglect
  • 6. Which of the following did Buber apply his philosophy towards?
A) Militarism
B) Isolationism
C) Education
D) Strict authoritarianism
  • 7. In which year was 'I and Thou' first published?
A) 1935
B) 1910
C) 1945
D) 1923
  • 8. Buber's work is often associated with which philosophical movement?
A) Rationalism
B) Existentialism
C) Pragmatism
D) Utilitarianism
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