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