Question

D The earliest and most influential Greek philosopher was Aristotle, who among many contributions taught that:A) the four elements are earth, water, air, and fireB) violent motion requires a sustained push or pullC)all motion is either natural or violentD) All of the above

Answer 1

D. All of the above

His teachings included the idea that everything in the natural world had a purpose and that it was possible to understand the natural world via observation and reason.

• According to him, the ultimate objective for everything in the cosmos is to strive for the highest level of being.
• According to him, the four elements are earth, water, air, and fire.
• According to him, every motion is either natural or violent and involves a persistent push or pull.

Western philosophy and science have greatly benefited from developing his ideas and works.