The Course in Positive Philosophy by Auguste Comte
- 1. What term did Comte use to describe his philosophy?
A) Rationalism
B) Empiricism
C) Positivism
D) Idealism
- 2. In Comte's hierarchy of sciences, which science is considered the most fundamental?
A) Mathematics
B) Sociology
C) Physics
D) Biology
- 3. Comte proposed that society progresses through how many stages?
A) Three stages
B) Five stages
C) Four stages
D) Two stages
- 4. The second stage in Comte's philosophy is known as what?
A) Metaphysical stage
B) Theological stage
C) Philosophical stage
D) Theoretical stage
- 5. Comte is often credited with founding which field of study?
A) Anthropology
B) Political Science
C) Sociology
D) Psychology
- 6. What was Comte's view on the role of science in society?
A) Not important
B) Indifferent
C) Essential for progress
D) Dangerous
- 7. What is the first stage in Comte's law of three stages?
A) Positive stage
B) Metaphysical stage
C) Theological stage
D) Scientific stage
- 8. Auguste Comte's 'Positive Philosophy' was published in which century?
A) 18th century
B) 20th century
C) 19th century
D) 17th century
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