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