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QuizMultiple Choice

Unit 6: The Rise of Modern Western Philosophy — Final exam

Question 7 • Philosophy: The Big Picture

How did philosophy in continental Europe differ from that in England and the United States in this era?

Answer
A
There were not very many significant differences between the two regions.
B
Continental Europe was more focused on logic and language than other regions.
C
Continental Europe was less impacted by world events than England and the United States.
D
The nature of existence was a more important question to continental philosophers.

Explanation

Continental philosophy in this era placed greater emphasis on questions about being, existence, and human experience. In contrast, philosophy in England and the United States was more strongly associated with analyzing logic, language, and scientific reasoning. Therefore, the correct choice is “The nature of existence was a more important question to continental philosophers.”

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