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Essays, Moral, Political, And Literary by David Hume - Test
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  • 1. What philosophical approach does Hume primarily advocate in his essays?
A) Empiricism
B) Rationalism
C) Materialism
D) Idealism
  • 2. What does Hume argue about human nature?
A) It is entirely rational
B) It is predetermined by God
C) It is governed by passions more than reason
D) It is static and unchanging
  • 3. Which of the following concepts is central to Hume's moral philosophy?
A) Sentiment
B) Utility
C) Duty
D) Divine command
  • 4. Hume's essay 'Of Human Understanding' primarily deals with which topic?
A) The aesthetics of art
B) The nature and limits of human knowledge
C) The existence of God
D) Political theories of governance
  • 5. In Hume’s view, what is necessary for the formation of ideas?
A) Revelation
B) Impressions
C) Reasoning
D) Intuition
  • 6. 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
  • 7. 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
  • 8. Hume's view on personal identity can be described as what?
A) A single unchanging essence
B) A bundle of perceptions
C) A soul distinct from the body
D) An illusion crafted by society
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