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