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