1. How does the Syllogism relate to categories?
In last week’s class, we learned that one of the functions of categorization is to isolate a way of thinking that is systematic. Syllogisms are very systematic in the way that they use deductive reasoning, a tactful approach using logical consequences.
2. Where in Barr's text do you find something different than geometry?
Geometry is described as the study of figures in a space of a given number of dimensions and of a given type. On page 2, Barr says that in topology, “space as we usually know it is left far behind.” Wouldn’t the removal of space disqualify something as geometry?
3. Where do we not use geometry in architecture?
I’m going to have to agree with Andri and say that we are always using geometry in the design side of architecture.