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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Introductory.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who has been exclusively and specifically an intellectual and emotional companion of J.S. Mill's?
(a) His mother.
(b) His sister.
(c) His wife.
(d) His cousin.

2. There was a great movement toward greater _____________ for the peoples of Europe.
(a) Fear.
(b) War.
(c) Independence.
(d) Dependence.

3. In what work of this ancient philosopher does he refer to factions within a political system?
(a) Philosophy.
(b) Aesthetics.
(c) Politics.
(d) Sociology.

4. What is the work done by these two friends?
(a) Their work is mathematical.
(b) Their work is scientific.
(c) Their work is artistic.
(d) Their work is intellectual.

5. Is the author considered a philosopher?
(a) After his death.
(b) Maybe.
(c) Yes.
(d) No.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mill directly confront regarding this issue?

2. What aspects did these two study?

3. What is one topic these friends covered?

4. Does Mill directly mention women in particular?

5. What is a danger of more democracy?

(see the answer key)

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