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Essays, Moral, Political, And Literary by David Hume
Contributed by: Day
  • 1. What philosophical approach does Hume primarily advocate in his essays?
A) Rationalism
B) Materialism
C) Empiricism
D) Idealism
  • 2. What does Hume argue about human nature?
A) It is governed by passions more than reason
B) It is predetermined by God
C) It is static and unchanging
D) It is entirely rational
  • 3. Which of the following concepts is central to Hume's moral philosophy?
A) Duty
B) Utility
C) Sentiment
D) Divine command
  • 4. Hume's essay 'Of Human Understanding' primarily deals with which topic?
A) The aesthetics of art
B) The nature and limits of human knowledge
C) The existence of God
D) Political theories of governance
  • 5. How does Hume define justice?
A) A social convention dependent on utility
B) An inherent human trait
C) An absolute moral law
D) A divine rule
  • 6. What does Hume argue about the role of government?
A) To ensure economic prosperity
B) To enforce religious laws
C) To promote the happiness of society
D) To maintain control over individuals
  • 7. In Hume’s view, what is necessary for the formation of ideas?
A) Impressions
B) Intuition
C) Reasoning
D) Revelation
  • 8. Hume's view on personal identity can be described as what?
A) An illusion crafted by society
B) A single unchanging essence
C) A bundle of perceptions
D) A soul distinct from the body
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