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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, Part 1, Of Virtue and Vice in General.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hume use his razor theory to devalue?
(a) The imagination.
(b) Reason.
(c) Abstract concepts.
(d) Mathematics.

2. What does Hume say is the chief exercise of the memory?
(a) To find the essence of an idea.
(b) To confound critics.
(c) To put simple ideas in order.
(d) To ignite the imagination.

3. Hume says the will is an impression of what?
(a) Benevolence.
(b) Volition.
(c) Free will.
(d) Spirituality.

4. When does one feel the impression of volition?
(a) Whenever one desires company.
(b) Whenever one desires hate.
(c) Whenever one desires love.
(d) Whenever one desires good.

5. What is the title of Book Three, Part Two?
(a) Of Morals and Immorals.
(b) Of Justice and Injustice.
(c) Of Religion and Atheism.
(d) Of Love and Hate.

Short Answer Questions

1. What best describes Hume's conception of the will?

2. Which of the following best describes Hume's idea of a definition?

3. On which of the following systems does Part Four mainly concentrate?

4. What does Hume say helps us produce belief?

5. Hume says every simple impression is attended with what?

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