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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. James says that limitations in will cause which of the following?

2. Humans react in what way to new information, according to James?

3. Fechner's faith saved him from which of the following, according to James?

4. Who believes that everything has an opposite that is negated?

5. Which definition is most close to the definition of healthy-mindedness?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does James say about other theorists and their experiences?

2. According to James, what drives human behavior?

3. Why does James believe that religion should be based on an individual level?

4. What is the determinist stance?

5. Describe the monistic way of looking at "To You."

6. What is the monist position?

7. What did you learn about Josiah Royce from James' lectures?

8. What does James believe prompts people to act?

9. What is immanent operation?

10. How does James define religion?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does James structure the book by including lectures in this particular order? Why does he include lectures and essays individually instead of combining all these thoughts together? What impact does this outline have on the reader's experience?

Essay Topic 2

Describe James' personal philosophy. How do his personal philosophies compare to your own? How does this affect the way you relate to James' lectures and essays?

Essay Topic 3

How does James respond to criticisms? Is he effective at responding to his critics? Does he respond in a humble manner? Are his responses effective at providing support for his own arguments?

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