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

2. Is the author considered a philosopher?
(a) After his death.
(b) No.
(c) Yes.
(d) Maybe.

3. Can an opinion be vulnerable to attack once exposed?
(a) Rarely.
(b) Never.
(c) Yes.
(d) No.

4. Have the British been connected to this European relationship?
(a) Maybe.
(b) Much later.
(c) No.
(d) Yes.

5. Does the author confine his criticisms to his own nation?
(a) Yes.
(b) At first.
(c) No.
(d) Only later.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mill begin to set forth?

2. Does Mill directly mention women in particular?

3. Why is this an additional responsibility?

4. Why is their friendship less unusual today?

5. Who has been exclusively and specifically an intellectual and emotional companion of J.S. Mill's?

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