Introduction to Philosophy

1 / 1 PHI 2010 Introduction to Philosophy Written Assignment #1 As you prepare the Written Assignment, please follow these instructions: Answer one of the following questions. You are welcome to use as many resources as you like (such as your textbook, other books, articles, webpages, and class notes), but the work should be entirely your own. You are on your honor to submit your own work. Follow all instructions for written assignments given in the syllabus including word count, typewritten and double-spaced presentation, and cover page. This written assignment is due by 8:00 AM on July 13. Submit the assignment to the Dropbox by the due date. What are the differences between rationalist and non-rationalist views of faith? Which do you find most convincing? Why? What is the problem of evil, and what are the theists’ responses to it? Which of their arguments do you find most convincing? Why? Which theories about the nature of reality are materialist? Which are non-materialist? Which type of theory (material or non-material) do you find most convincing? Why? What is epistemology? Explain the main points of rationalism and empiricism. What difficulties are associated with them? Which do you find most convincing (rationalism or empiricism)? Why?