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