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

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

3. What was J.S. Mill to the women's movement?
(a) A nuisance.
(b) A slight help.
(c) A dream come true.
(d) A terror.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mill address and also take a step further?

2. Why is their friendship less unusual today?

3. Why does the author go on to put this liberty into historical context?

4. By exposing opinions, what chance are people given?

5. How does John Stuart Mill begin this chapter?

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