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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Some Problems of Philosophy Section II (Chapters VIII-Appendix).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the second sub-category of spiritualism, according to James?
(a) Dualistic theism.
(b) Inductive theism.
(c) Polytheism.
(d) Monistic theism.

2. James associates Charles Pierce with what concept?
(a) Rationalism.
(b) Empiricism.
(c) Ascetism.
(d) Pragmatism.

3. Lecture XII is a response to which of the following?
(a) Connotation and denotation.
(b) Assertions of faith.
(c) Shakespeare's work.
(d) Herbert's criticism.

4. According to James, the absence of something can lead to a sense of which of the following?
(a) Gratitude.
(b) Anger.
(c) Unreality.
(d) Happiness.

5. James says that limitations in will cause which of the following?
(a) Ignorance.
(b) Unintelligence.
(c) Common sense.
(d) Attention.

Short Answer Questions

1. James suggests the naturalist approach consists of living __________.

2. What type of unity does James describe as a preceding event causing a following event?

3. What is the first aspect of the truth that James points out?

4. James states that which viewpoint is the process for determining truth?

5. What does James claim his philosophy requires from followers?

(see the answer key)

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