Theodicy by Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz

1. Which philosophical notion does Leibniz argue for in his Theodicy?

A) The randomness of existence.
B) The deterministic nature of fate.
C) The illusion of reality.
D) The best of all possible worlds.

2. According to Leibniz, why does God allow evil?

A) Because He is unable to prevent it.
B) To test human faith.
C) Because He is indifferent.
D) To achieve a greater good.

3. What is the main criticism of Leibniz's Theodicy?

A) It promotes nihilism.
B) It denies the existence of evil.
C) It seems to minimize the reality of suffering.
D) It lacks logical coherence.

4. According to Leibniz, suffering is:

A) The result of human failure.
B) Unnecessary and preventable.
C) A punishment from God.
D) Part of the divine plan for greater good.

5. Leibniz distinguishes between which types of evil?

A) Physical evil and mental evil.
B) Moral evil and natural evil.
C) Metaphysical evil and psychological evil.
D) Social evil and personal evil.

6. What philosophical tradition does Leibniz's Theodicy belong to?

A) Pragmatism.
B) Idealism.
C) Empiricism.
D) Rationalism.

7. What role does free will play in Leibniz's Theodicy?

A) It proves God’s incompetence.
B) It is irrelevant to the discourse on evil.
C) It allows for moral responsibility and the potential for good.
D) It leads to chaos and disorder.

8. Leibniz's optimism in Theodicy states that:

A) Evil must be embraced.
B) Human existence is futile.
C) This is the best of all possible worlds.
D) Pain is essential for spiritual growth.

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