Discussion Questions


1		Why is Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press considered the greatest technical achievement of the Renaissance? How did it affect the advancement of science?



2		Some of the greatest books ever written appeared during the Renaissance era. List some of these works and explain their significance.



3		Descartes is a pivotal figure in the history of psychology because he reintroduces many of the debates of the Greek philosophers. List some of these debates and describe Descartes’ positions.



4		Many people understand that Descartes’ phrase, “cogito ergo sum” translates as “I think therefore I am.” Fewer people, however, appreciate what Descartes meant by this. Explain what he meant, and how he came to this conclusion.



5		Empiricists advocated the notion of tabula rasa. Explain what this means and describe the sources of knowledge proposed by the empiricists.

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