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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Individual Versus Society.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what era was the theory of the Social Contract in favor?
(a) The Modern Era.
(b) The Renaissance.
(c) The Enlightenment.
(d) The Dark Ages.

2. What does Rawls want his theory of justice to be?
(a) The dominant political view.
(b) Something to destroy the theories of Utilitarianism.
(c) A viable alternative to other theories.
(d) Something to remember.

3. What does Rawls think will have to be secured to keep the society a just one?
(a) One world government.
(b) Rights.
(c) Military power.
(d) Good trade agreements.

4. What does the Individual lose from the Social Contract?
(a) All their freedoms.
(b) Complete freedom.
(c) The right to defend themselves.
(d) The right to own property.

5. What is the first virtue of social institution, according to Rawls?
(a) Wealth.
(b) Strength.
(c) Militarism.
(d) Justice.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the implicit assumption that the Social Contract theory makes?

2. How, according to Rawls, does justice help to assign rights and duties?

3. What is another name for the Original Position?

4. What year was Adam Smith born?

5. Whom of the following was a leading 'Intuitionist'?

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