Question

Researchers continue to debate the origin of knowledge. Some believe that people are born with certain types of knowledge, while others believe that knowledge is gained through experience. Dr. Lock believes that children learn language through experience. Dr. Lock's view is MOST similar to the ideas of the classical Greek philosopher _____.

Answer 1

Dr. Lock's view is MOST similar to the ideas of the classical Greek philosopher Aristotle.

Explanation:

• Aristotle proposed that humans are what their experiences make them. He believed that experience is a diverse source of knowledge that comes our way and feeds us without even asking for it.
• In a similar context, Dr. Lock happens to believe that in small children, learning of language happens through utter experiences that they get into encounters with.