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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Of the Liberty of Thought & Discussion.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Was Mill an advocate for the women's rights movement?
(a) Early on in his career.
(b) Somewhat.
(c) Yes.
(d) No.

2. How was J.S. Mill educated?
(a) He attended a private school.
(b) He attended public school.
(c) He was homeschooled.
(d) He went to boarding school.

3. When does the author believe the clash of opposition is good?
(a) When the clash is not deadly.
(b) When the clash is not violent.
(c) When the clash changes both.
(d) When any clash occurs.

4. What did Mary Wollstonecraft support?
(a) Gay rights.
(b) Pro life.
(c) Women's rights.
(d) Equality for African Americans.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. For how long was this woman his close companion?

2. The movements towards individuality that is released from intense restrictions are a sign, according to the philosopher, of what?

3. There was a great movement toward greater _____________ for the peoples of Europe.

4. With regard to personal behavior, what does Mill espouse?

5. During the Middle Ages, on what had logical premises been founded?

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