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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Of the Limits to the Authority of the Society over the Individual.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. He asserts his own view that even if only one individual on the entire face of the Earth holds a particular opinion that he or she can do what?
(a) Keep his or her opinion to him or herself.
(b) Listen to others' opinions.
(c) Quietly mention it.
(d) At least verbally express it.

2. What does the philosopher make clear regarding these two questions?
(a) Neither may be important, depending on the situation.
(b) One is more important than the other.
(c) There are many other important questions.
(d) Both sets of actions and consequences need to be taken into account.

3. About what does Copernicus know?
(a) The Solar system.
(b) The continents.
(c) Biospheres.
(d) Gravity.

4. How was John Stuart's father able to support him and his work?
(a) He worked many jobs.
(b) He acquired a loan.
(c) He was wealthy.
(d) He used many credit cards.

5. According to Mill, should women bear the full rights of citizenship?
(a) No.
(b) Yes.
(c) Not until they are married.
(d) Not completely.

Short Answer Questions

1. What took place centuries later, regarding Copernicus' knowledge?

2. Does Mill directly mention women in particular?

3. Regarding the previous question, does Mill believe that this is ideal?

4. In Mill's case, does he typically mean violent factions?

5. What was initially thought to be John Stuart Mill's career?

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