1. What was limiting Copernicus' sharing of his knowledge?
(a) His view was extremely unpopular and met with a great deal of derision and persecution.
(b) His view was extremely popular, so others did not dispute it.
(c) His view was hardly noticed by others, so his opinions were ignored.
(d) His was was extremely unpopular and met with much opposition.

2. What must this clash of opposition do to be good?
(a) Both sides must be brought closer to the truth.
(b) Both sides must be kind and nonviolent.
(c) Both sides must have opposing views.
(d) Both sides must be somewhat safe.

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

4. How does John Stuart Mill begin this chapter?
(a) By introducing a discourse regarding opinion and the expression thereof.
(b) By introductin a discourse regarding tyranny.
(c) By discussing past behaviors of monarchies towards liberty.
(d) By discussing the difficulties of freedom.

5. What is the work done by these two friends?
(a) Their work is artistic.
(b) Their work is intellectual.
(c) Their work is mathematical.
(d) Their work is scientific.

Short Answer Questions

1. Amongst the British, ________ were one of the categories of members of society who were actively seeking increased rights, responsibilities and liberties within the nations of the Empire, particularly on the isles of Britain herself.

2. What aspects did these two study?

3. What is one goal of education during the Middle Ages?

4. Both law and public opinion have a tendency to do what?

5. What would the author prefer people to do, regarding opposing views?

(see the answer key)

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