On Liberty by John Stuart Mill
  • 1. According to Mill, what is the harm principle?
A) People should be free unless they harm others
B) People must conform to societal norms
C) People should always obey the law
D) People should be punished for bad thoughts
  • 2. What does Mill say about individual autonomy?
A) It is essential for personal development
B) It leads to societal chaos
C) It should be limited by government
D) It is secondary to the collective good
  • 3. Mill argues that freedom of speech is important because:
A) It helps spread falsehoods
B) It allows the truth to emerge
C) It creates social unrest
D) It is only for the educated
  • 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 is the ideal state of governance according to Mill?
A) One where only the majority rules
B) One that maximizes individual freedoms
C) One where no freedoms exist
D) One that promotes economic stability
  • 6. Mill argues that liberty of the press is vital for:
A) Maintaining public order
B) Preventing conflict
C) A functioning democracy
D) Ensuring government control
  • 7. In what year was 'On Liberty' published?
A) 1859
B) 1872
C) 1848
D) 1865
  • 8. According to Mill, what is a key threat to liberty?
A) Tyranny of the majority
B) Economic inequality
C) Tyranny of a single ruler
D) Religious pluralism
  • 9. What is the relationship between liberty and individuality according to Mill?
A) Individuality is dangerous
B) Liberty restricts individuality
C) Liberty fosters individuality
D) They are unrelated
  • 10. What does Mill say about majority opinion?
A) It should govern all decisions
B) It is always correct
C) It can suppress minority views
D) It is unchangeable
  • 11. What does Mill say about dissenting opinions?
A) They are inherently wrong
B) They are crucial for progress
C) They should be silenced
D) They weaken society
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