SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Introduction to the
Philosophy of the
Human Person

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 Quarter 2
INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON
QUIZ NO. 1
Direction: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1. It refers to the unique relationship between distinct subjects.
a. human interaction b. intersubjectivity c. self-awareness d. transcendence
2. Which of the following allows the person to give himself or herself to others and receive
others in his or her life and relate with them?
a. individuality b. interiority c. shared emotions d. social context
3. Which is considered as a deeper level of self-other interaction?
a. knowledge of the existence of the other
b. awareness of the self as being seen by others
c. attentiveness to the surrounding environment
d. understanding the unique behavior of the others
4. What is the defining characteristic which sets apart human interaction from the
interaction of other animals as illustrated in Lesson One?
a. human freedom b. human gaze c. human touch d. human words
5. What is the term used to describe a situation where an individual presents himself or
herself in a certain way when dealing with others?
a. “mirroring” b. “performing” c. “pretending” d. “seeming”
6. deeper and more genuine interaction is called _________.
a. awareness b. conversation c. dialogue d. Interiority
7. How does authentic or genuine relationship occur between two individuals?
a. When the self realizes that the other is a unique individual
b. When two individuals begin to view each other as another
c. When they acknowledge each other as distinct individuals
d. All of the above.
8. Which of the following statements about dialogue is correct?
a. Dialogue is confined to words.
b. Dialogue is exactly similar to conversation.
c. Only beings with inner life can engage in a dialogue.
d. It is possible to have a dialogue with material objects.
9. Which situation below clearly illustrates a dialogue?
a. asking a bystander for direction
b. talking about politics with a stranger
c. seeking for forgiveness from a parent
d. inquiring on goods from a storekeeper
10.Which of these statements indicate that the speaker is ready to engage in a genuine
dialogue?
a. “I tend to ignore strangers.”
b. “I wish you were gone.”
c. “I always treat people with respect.”
d. “I think my idea is always better.
 QUIZ NO. 2
I. DIRECTIONS: Read and analyze carefully the statements below. Encircle the letter of the
correct answer.
1. According to Held, the central focus of ethics of care is ____________.
a. attending to and meeting the needs of the particular others for whom we take
responsibility.
b. attending to and meeting the needs of the least advantaged members of society.
c. attending to and meeting the needs of all people.
d. none of the above.
2. It refers to a state when a person ceases to view the other as a distinct and authentic
person.
a. Alienation
b. Availability
c. Empathy
d. Ethics of care
3. Which of the following is an important aspect of intersubjectivity and is driven by a
person’s awareness of the emotions and thoughts of other people.
a. Alienation
b. Availability
c. Empathy
d. Ethics of care
4. “Meaningful and beneficial human relationships are founded on the values of
acceptance, openness, and respect.”
a. True b. False
5. Which of the following statements is TRUE about alienation?
a. The state or experience of being isolated from a group or an activity to which one
should belong or in which one should be involved.
b. It refers to the willingness of a person to be present for another and to render
assistance to another.
c. It is an important aspect of intersubjectivity and is driven by a person’s awareness
of the emotions and thoughts of other people.
d. It refers to the shared awareness and understanding among persons

II. DIRECTION: Answer the following questions based on your learning. Be brief and
concise.

1. How will you be able to show appreciation for the skills and talents of persons with
disabilities and the underprivileged? (5 points)
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I. DIRECTIONS: Read and analyze carefully the statements below. Encircle the letter of the
correct answer.
1. Who among the following can best engage in a true dialogue?
A. Jess, who would only talk about the current political system of the country.
B. Joseph, who refuses to talk to anyone.
C. Kim, who only talked to people the same age as her.
D. Danny, who can talk comfortably to anyone.
2. Which of the following statements does not hold true about the concept of
intersubjectivity?
A. Individuals and others are seen as pairs.
B. Promotes a view that all people are equal.
C. Requires financial resources and good socio-economic background.
D. Acceptance of the differences of others.
3. What is the concept where every individual is recognized as persons through their social
interactions?
A. Intrasubjectivity
B. Communication
C. Authenticity
D. Intersubjectivity
4. Which scenario demonstrates intersubjectivity?
A. Talking with a friend about the cat you both saw at the pet show
B. Volunteering to be the team leader in a fund-raising project
C. Writing in your blog about a big problem in school
D. Reading four books all by the same author
5. Which of the following is an incorrect notion about intersubjectivity?
A. Its endpoint will always be fair and unbiased.
B. It promotes a view that all people are equal.
C. Individuals and others are seen as pairs.
D. It promotes honing of academic skills.
6. What do you call that concept when an individual places himself in the “shoes of
others”?
A. Empathy C. Dignity
B. Sympathy D. Interaction
7. The human person is not just “being in the world” but “being with others”. Which one is
a good
example?
A. Hatred to your enemy
B. Sincerity and concern to others
C. Children exploitation
D. Bullying
8. Who among the following demonstrates an appreciation for the talents of persons with
disabilities
and those from the underprivileged sector of the society?
A. Mike, a 7 year-old child, will continue his education in Singapore.
B. Nikki, has been watching a talent show on TV since last year.
C. Kris invited a poor boy who sings very well to her show.
D. Dr. Magalang offers a full scholarship program for a debate winner.
9. How should oneself and others be perceived in serving others?
A. as a pair C. as a hindrance
 B. as an opponent D. as a critic
10. Which of the following statement is true?
A. Most people with disabilities cannot work.
B. Human person can live on his own without the help of others.
C. It is impossible to appreciate persons with differences and those from the
underprivileged
sectors.
D. Everybody deserves to be treated as human being no matter what he looks like

QUIZ NO. 4
ESSAY: Answer the following questions in 7 or more sentences. (10 points each)
1. Intersubjectivity tells me that
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2. When I accept the difference of others, I

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“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us”
Oliver Holmes
Prepared by:

MA. JEMARIS M. SOLIS

Subject Teacher