How Well Do You Know Alexander Baumgarten?
Born in Europe, Alexander Baumgarten was an 18th-century philosopher related to a famous 18th-century Protestant theologian. He might not be widely known but his contributions are well respected.
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Alexander was a philosopher from which country?
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Germany
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Liechtenstein
- C.
Switzerland
- D.
Austria
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A. GermanyExplanation
Alexander was a philosopher from Germany because Germany is the only country mentioned in the options that is known for its rich history of philosophers. Many renowned philosophers such as Immanuel Kant, Friedrich Nietzsche, and Martin Heidegger have hailed from Germany, making it a significant hub for philosophical thought.Rate this question:
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When was Alexander born?
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1712
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1714
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1716
- D.
1718
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B. 1714Explanation
Alexander was born in 1714.Rate this question:
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In which year did Alexander publish his “Aesthetica”?
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1750
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1751
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1752
- D.
1753
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A. 1750Explanation
Alexander published his "Aesthetica" in the year 1750.Rate this question:
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What did Alexander actually define the word ‘aesthetica’ to mean?
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Value
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Taste of beauty
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Modernism
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Sensation
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B. Taste of beautyExplanation
Alexander defined the word 'aesthetica' to mean the taste of beauty.Rate this question:
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Alexander believed the judgement of taste is based on something; what is that thing?
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Feelings
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Guess
- C.
Fact
- D.
Intellect
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A. FeelingsExplanation
Alexander believed that the judgement of taste is based on feelings. This means that when making a judgement about something, such as whether it is beautiful or not, Alexander believed that it is our subjective feelings and emotions that play a crucial role. He believed that it is not based on facts or intellect, but rather on our personal emotional response to the object or experience.Rate this question:
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What is the name of Alexander's father?
- A.
Jose Baumgarten
- B.
James Baumgarten
- C.
Joseph Baumgarten
- D.
Jakob Baumgarten
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D. Jakob BaumgartenExplanation
The correct answer is Jakob Baumgarten.Rate this question:
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What was the meaning of the word ‘aesthetica’ before Alexander improved it?
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Sensibility
- B.
Pleasure
- C.
Feelings
- D.
Beauty
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A. SensibilityExplanation
Before Alexander improved the word "aesthetica," it meant sensibility. This suggests that the word was originally used to describe the ability to perceive and appreciate beauty or art in a deep and emotional way. Alexander's improvement may have involved refining or expanding the concept of aesthetic sensibility, but the exact nature of the improvement is not provided in the question.Rate this question:
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When did Alexander publish his “Metaphysical”?
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1739
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1740
- C.
1741
- D.
1742
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A. 1739Explanation
Alexander published his "Metaphysical" in 1739.Rate this question:
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Alexander left the which institution without a degree?
- A.
University of Jena
- B.
Humboldt University of Berlin
- C.
University of Hagen Hagen
- D.
Free University of Berlin
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A. University of JenaExplanation
Alexander left the University of Jena without a degree.Rate this question:
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In which year did Alexander die?
- A.
1762
- B.
1763
- C.
1764
- D.
17625
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A. 1762Explanation
Alexander died in the year 1762.Rate this question:
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