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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. At the end of the text, he is openly referring to what?

2. How would many argue against Humboldt's beliefs?

3. Who does the author believe can be a very real problem?

4. What is part of the reason for this discussion?

5. What does the author imply that exist to make the best of the citizenry?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Mill have to say about one's place in society in the Victorian age?

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

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

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

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

6. What does the author say about taking days off from work?

7. With what question does the author begin this chapter?

8. How does John Stuart Mill complete this book?

9. What does Mill believe is under attack?

10. What is one thing that the author want to do with the principles mentioned previously?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The tone of the book is very consistent.

Part 1) How do you know the tone of the book is consistent?

Part 2) How important is consistency, especially in a book such as this?

Part 3) How does this consistency affect and influence the reader? How might consistency also make it difficult for a reader to discern what is the truth?

Essay Topic 2

This book is relevant today.

Part 1) What four points in this book do you feel are the most relevant? Why?

Part 2) This book is relevant in our society, but is it relevant in all societies? Why or why not?

Part 3) What would JS Mill think about the relevancy of this throughout the world? Would he expect it to impact all people? Why or why not?

Part 4) How is this book relevant to you, specifically? How might this book change your view of life and liberty?

Essay Topic 3

Wilhelm Von Humboldt was a nineteenth century German philosopher.

Part 1) Why is Humboldt included in this book? What does he have to say about liberty?

Part 2) Compare Humboldt's beliefs to Mill's. How are these valid opinions? Does Humboldt adequately back his own claims? Explain.

Part 3) Do you agree with Humboldt? Why or why not?

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