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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Of Individuality as One of the Elements of Well-Being.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what century is Wilhelm Von Humboldt?
(a) The 18th century.
(b) The 19th century.
(c) The 16th century.
(d) The 17th century.

2. What does John Stuart Mill show about the real challenge regarding one's views?
(a) It is to face the conflict that can emerge when opinions are shared with a view to obtaining the truth of any given matter.
(b) It is to make sure one's views are accurate and without faults.
(c) It is to face the fact that your beliefs may be wrong.
(d) It is to keep those views to oneself.

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

4. What does Mill indicate are all deeply important in how the freedom of each individual is affected by that of the others?
(a) Men's public opinions, women's and the laws of the nation.
(b) The laws of the nation and men's public opinions.
(c) Men's public opinions.
(d) Men and women's public opinions.

5. Of what does the philosopher argue in favor regarding opposing views?
(a) People staying true to their own beliefs and not listening to opposing views.
(b) Accepting others' beliefs as their own.
(c) People learning to at least face and confront their opposition.
(d) Not considering others' faulty beliefs and views.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is this an additional responsibility?

2. Despite the reality that Mill's idea is far from new, it is what?

3. What did Mary publish?

4. Can an opinion be vulnerable to attack once exposed?

5. What has an adverse effect upon separation?

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