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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. The movements towards individuality that is released from intense restrictions are a sign, according to the philosopher, of what?
(a) Hope for the future.
(b) More issues with which to deal.
(c) Troubles to come.
(d) A return to the past.

2. How does the author see the lessening of separation and the variety of situations?
(a) As a weakness.
(b) As a nuisance.
(c) As a gain.
(d) As a loss.

3. What does the author believe the Victorian age has done regarding freedom and energy of individuality?
(a) It has not changed fast enough.
(b) It has gone too far in the direction of suppressing this.
(c) It has given too much freedom to too many people.
(d) It has not gone far enough in the other direction.

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

5. Has this tendency continued into the 20th and 21st centuries?
(a) Yes, completely.
(b) No, not currently.
(c) No, not at all.
(d) Yes, to some degree.

Short Answer Questions

1. Here John Stuart Mill addresses the impact of what regarding expressing one's opinions?

2. What was J.S. Mill to the women's movement?

3. What does the author think of destructive attacks against an opinion?

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

5. Have the British been connected to this European relationship?

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