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