Theodicy by Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz

Theodicy by Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz - Test

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

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

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

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

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

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

4. According to Leibniz, suffering is:

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

5. Leibniz distinguishes between which types of evil?

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

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

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

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

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

8. Leibniz's optimism in Theodicy states that:

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

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