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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What religious sect had the author previously cited?

2. Regarding the previous question, does Mill believe that this is ideal?

3. What happens to the other goods and services?

4. In what cases might the government need to take action?

5. What religious sect does he address now?

Short Essay Questions

1. What has been the reaction to people who have trouble finding their proper place and balance within society?

2. What does Mill say about the impact of how one expresses his or her opinions?

3. What example does he give to support his ideas about what is under attack?

4. How does the author describe persecution? What causes persecution?

5. What does Mill believe is under attack?

6. Is this discussion of trade relevant for readers of today? Why or why not?

7. What is one strength of which the readers of this book must be aware?

8. What does Mill observe about Mormons?

9. What does Mill believe should be nurtured?

10. What is meant by free trade?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

When the author refers to liberty, he means societal liberty.

Part 1) What is meant by societal liberty? Why is this important to Mill?

Part 2) What are his opinions on societal liberty? How have the opinions come about?

Part 3) How does he question his own and others' beliefs about liberty? Why does he study liberty and its affects on individuals and society?

Essay Topic 2

Freedom of speech can enhance life for everyone.

Part 1) Why does Mill believe freedom of speech can enhance life?

Part 2) Compare a culture, such as our own, with one that does not allow for such freedoms of speech. How does your comparison support Mill's belief about the power of the freedom of speech?

Part 3) how have you used your freedom of speech? What might your life be like without this freedom?

Essay Topic 3

Mill discusses the matter of Free Trade.

Part 1) What is meant by free trade? Why does he discuss this?

Part 2) What does the author have to say about free trade? Is this an adequate discussion? Why or why not?

Part 3) How does free trade work in our society? Is what Mill says in this book relevant and realistic in our society? Why or why not?

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