On Liberty by John Stuart Mill
  • 1. According to Mill, what is the harm principle?
A) People must conform to societal norms
B) People should be free unless they harm others
C) People should always obey the law
D) People should be punished for bad thoughts
  • 2. What does Mill say about individual autonomy?
A) It should be limited by government
B) It is secondary to the collective good
C) It is essential for personal development
D) It leads to societal chaos
  • 3. Mill argues that freedom of speech is important because:
A) It creates social unrest
B) It allows the truth to emerge
C) It helps spread falsehoods
D) It is only for the educated
  • 4. In Mill's view, when may society intervene in individual actions?
A) To prevent harm to others
B) To enforce religious beliefs
C) To ensure economic equality
D) To promote cultural uniformity
  • 5. What is the ideal state of governance according to Mill?
A) One that promotes economic stability
B) One where only the majority rules
C) One that maximizes individual freedoms
D) One where no freedoms exist
  • 6. Mill argues that liberty of the press is vital for:
A) Preventing conflict
B) Ensuring government control
C) A functioning democracy
D) Maintaining public order
  • 7. In what year was 'On Liberty' published?
A) 1872
B) 1865
C) 1859
D) 1848
  • 8. According to Mill, what is a key threat to liberty?
A) Economic inequality
B) Tyranny of the majority
C) Religious pluralism
D) Tyranny of a single ruler
  • 9. What is the relationship between liberty and individuality according to Mill?
A) Individuality is dangerous
B) Liberty restricts individuality
C) Liberty fosters individuality
D) They are unrelated
  • 10. What does Mill say about majority opinion?
A) It is unchangeable
B) It is always correct
C) It should govern all decisions
D) It can suppress minority views
  • 11. What does Mill say about dissenting opinions?
A) They should be silenced
B) They are crucial for progress
C) They are inherently wrong
D) They weaken society
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