Philosophy & Psychology — Set 1: Quick Drills flashcards
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Drills deck · part of Philosophy & Psychology · written against: 150 words of knowledge, ethics, belief, the mind and everyday reasoning; not clinical advice. Updated 2026-10-10.
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Which word means reasoning that won't take an idea on trust but probes what supports it and what it quietly takes for granted?critical thinkingKnowledge & Truth
The librarian teaches critical thinking by having students trace viral photos to their source. -
Which word means slow to dismiss a strange or contrary notion before giving it a fair try?open-mindedKnowledge & Truth
As a judge at the dessert contest, Mr. Ostrova stayed open-minded enough to taste even the pickle-flavored ice cream. -
Which word means being able to have chosen otherwise, since neither fate nor the past has already locked in what you do?free willEthics & Values
Erasmus defended free will in 1524; a year later, Luther replied that the human will is in bondage. -
Which word means the dignified choice not to hit back when someone treats you badly?high roadEthics & Values
For the champion skater, the high road meant congratulating the rival who had tried to have her disqualified. -
Which word means describing a state, school or song that has no religious content and answers to no church?secularBeliefs & Schools
By law, public schools in France must stay strictly secular. -
Which word means an unsettled spell of uncertainty about who you are and what part you play, often after a big change?identity crisisMind & Self
Raised in Peru and Ohio, Mirela hit an identity crisis at college, unsure which place was home. -
Which word means the settled feeling that comes from knowing things are safe and taken care of?peace of mindFeelings & Coping
Until the call home from camp came, Delphine's parents had no peace of mind. -
Which word means judging in absolutes, allowing no shades or exceptions between good and bad?black-and-whiteThinking Errors
A black-and-white rule like "no late work, ever" leaves no room for a family emergency. -
Which word means what someone's stance, movements and face say without any words?body languageGroups & Influence
Interviewers notice body language, from a firm handshake to restless feet. -
Which word means how much time and effort a new skill takes before you get good at it, with the hardest going at the start?learning curveHabits & Learning
Ophelia braced for a brutal learning curve in sign language, but the first month went smoothly.
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