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. What does Mill begin to set forth?
(a) A proposed idea for how to elect a leader.
(b) A proposed idea for a behavioral dictum.
(c) A proposed idea for running a democracy.
(d) A proposed idea for issuing various freedoms.

2. What is the definition for this type of liberty?
(a) The rights of man within his private life.
(b) The rights of man within the government.
(c) The rights of man within his religious views.
(d) The rights of man within the state or nation.

3. Why does the author go on to put this liberty into historical context?
(a) Should readers want to hear stories from the past.
(b) Should readers not understand from where he is coming.
(c) Should readers not trust him.
(d) Should readers not be aware of how this has been addressed over the centuries.

4. In Mill's case, does he typically mean violent factions?
(a) Somewhat.
(b) Only at first.
(c) No.
(d) Yes.

5. What is one significant question the author wants to answer?
(a) How will the government aid their community in gaining sovereignty?
(b) What causes sovereignty in a community?
(c) What are the implications on the surrounding community?
(d) Who wants sovereignty in a community?