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