Philosophy

In your discussion, you will be considering the same questions posed to Sophie by the philosopher.

Review the grading rubric for this activity on pages 12 – 13 of the syllabus. Before engaging in this activity, review the questions and prepare your answers.

INTRODUCTION

1) Discuss Sophie’s answer to the following questions, and then give your own opinion. Take each question one at a time.

a) Who are you?

b) Where did the world come from?

PRE-SOCRATICS

2) Discuss Sophie’s answer to the following questions, and then give your own opinion. Take each question one at a time.

a) Is there a basic substance that everything is made of?

b) Can water turn into wine?

3) Why is Lego the most ingenious toy in the world?

a) Discuss Sophie’s answer to this question. She gives four reasons.

b) Apply Sophie’s answer to Democritus’ atom theory.

c) Do you agree or disagree with Democritus’ theory?

RESPOND TO YOUR FELLOW STUDENTS

4) Read the responses of your fellow students. Identify one person with whom you agree and one person with whom you disagree. Write a considered opinion about your colleague’s response – say why you agree or disagree. Be specific.

This item requires two responses – one where you agree and one where you disagree.