This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Of the Limits to the Authority of the Society over the Individual.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. He asserts his own view that even if only one individual on the entire face of the Earth holds a particular opinion that he or she can do what?
(a) Quietly mention it.
(b) Keep his or her opinion to him or herself.
(c) At least verbally express it.
(d) Listen to others' opinions.

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

3. To what does the author make it clear that he is opposed?
(a) Smoking.
(b) Religion.
(c) Intoxicants.
(d) Relaxing.

4. What specifically is one thing the author addresses at the beginning of this chapter?
(a) Who will feel the need for sovereignty.
(b) What will be the cause of sovereignty.
(c) What amount of sovereignty each individual preserves over himself or herself.
(d) How will people adjust to having sovereignty.

5. When should drugs be used?
(a) Never.
(b) Only during a difficult surgery.
(c) To reduce suffering associated with broken limbs or surgical procedures.
(d) Only when given in small doses.