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What was Herbert Spencer initially best known for?
What was Herbert Spencer initially best known for?
- Applying evolutionary theory to philosophy, psychology, and society (correct)
- Criticisms of utilitarian positivism
- Political thought and defense of natural rights
- Developing synthetic philosophy
Which figure rivaled Charles Darwin in reputation during the mid nineteenth century?
Which figure rivaled Charles Darwin in reputation during the mid nineteenth century?
- Herbert Spencer (correct)
- George Spencer
- Robert Nozick
- Thomas Spencer
What influenced Herbert Spencer's early views significantly?
What influenced Herbert Spencer's early views significantly?
- Clerical views of his father
- Establishment views of his father
- Benthamite radical views of his uncle (correct)
- Conservative views of his family
Where was Herbert Spencer born?
Where was Herbert Spencer born?
What philosophical circles does Herbert Spencer tend to be remembered in today?
What philosophical circles does Herbert Spencer tend to be remembered in today?
What is one of the causes that Spencer defended in his early writings?
What is one of the causes that Spencer defended in his early writings?
In which book did Spencer present an account of the development of human freedom and a defense of individual liberties?
In which book did Spencer present an account of the development of human freedom and a defense of individual liberties?
Which term borrowed from Auguste Comte deals with the conditions of social order in Spencer's work?
Which term borrowed from Auguste Comte deals with the conditions of social order in Spencer's work?
What style of evolutionary theory did Spencer base his defense of individual liberties on in 'Social Statics'?
What style of evolutionary theory did Spencer base his defense of individual liberties on in 'Social Statics'?
Which influential figures were major targets for Spencer in his book 'The Principles of Psychology'?
Which influential figures were major targets for Spencer in his book 'The Principles of Psychology'?
