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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) Idealism
B) Rationalism
C) Materialism
D) Empiricism
  • 2. What does Hume argue about human nature?
A) It is static and unchanging
B) It is governed by passions more than reason
C) It is predetermined by God
D) It is entirely rational
  • 3. Which of the following concepts is central to Hume's moral philosophy?
A) Sentiment
B) Utility
C) Divine command
D) Duty
  • 4. Hume's essay 'Of Human Understanding' primarily deals with which topic?
A) The nature and limits of human knowledge
B) The existence of God
C) Political theories of governance
D) The aesthetics of art
  • 5. In Hume’s view, what is necessary for the formation of ideas?
A) Intuition
B) Revelation
C) Reasoning
D) Impressions
  • 6. What does Hume argue about the role of government?
A) To maintain control over individuals
B) To promote the happiness of society
C) To enforce religious laws
D) To ensure economic prosperity
  • 7. How does Hume define justice?
A) A social convention dependent on utility
B) A divine rule
C) An inherent human trait
D) An absolute moral law
  • 8. Hume's view on personal identity can be described as what?
A) A soul distinct from the body
B) An illusion crafted by society
C) A single unchanging essence
D) A bundle of perceptions
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