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Theodicy by Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz - Test
Contributed by: Miah
  • 1. Which philosophical notion does Leibniz argue for in his Theodicy?
A) The illusion of reality.
B) The best of all possible worlds.
C) The randomness of existence.
D) The deterministic nature of fate.
  • 2. According to Leibniz, why does God allow evil?
A) Because He is unable to prevent it.
B) Because He is indifferent.
C) To test human faith.
D) To achieve a greater good.
  • 3. What is the main criticism of Leibniz's Theodicy?
A) It seems to minimize the reality of suffering.
B) It lacks logical coherence.
C) It denies the existence of evil.
D) It promotes nihilism.
  • 4. According to Leibniz, suffering is:
A) The result of human failure.
B) Unnecessary and preventable.
C) A punishment from God.
D) Part of the divine plan for greater good.
  • 5. Leibniz distinguishes between which types of evil?
A) Metaphysical evil and psychological evil.
B) Moral evil and natural evil.
C) Physical evil and mental evil.
D) Social evil and personal evil.
  • 6. What philosophical tradition does Leibniz's Theodicy belong to?
A) Idealism.
B) Pragmatism.
C) Rationalism.
D) Empiricism.
  • 7. What role does free will play in Leibniz's Theodicy?
A) It leads to chaos and disorder.
B) It allows for moral responsibility and the potential for good.
C) It proves God’s incompetence.
D) It is irrelevant to the discourse on evil.
  • 8. Leibniz's optimism in Theodicy states that:
A) Pain is essential for spiritual growth.
B) This is the best of all possible worlds.
C) Evil must be embraced.
D) Human existence is futile.
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