John Stuart Mill: Biography and Works
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At what age did John Stuart Mill begin studying Greek?

  • Ten
  • Three (correct)
  • Five
  • Eight

    • What skin infection caused John Stuart Mill's death?

  • Dermatitis
  • Psoriasis
  • Cellulitis
  • Erysipelas (correct)

    • What is the title of the essay where John Stuart Mill expounds his ethical theory and defense of utilitarian views?

  • On Liberty
  • Utilitarianism (correct)
  • The Subjection of Women
  • Considerations on Representative Government

    • According to John Stuart Mill, what is the ultimate end that all things are desirable for?

    <p>Greatest balance of happiness over unhappiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Bentham and Mill define utility in the context of people's actions?

    <p>The increase in happiness and decrease in pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main principle that Bentham and Mill emphasize in assessing the morality of an action?

    <p>Principle of utility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle of utility based on in act utilitarianism?

    <p>The greatest happiness for the greatest number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept did Jeremy Bentham use to support his ethical theory?

    <p>Pain and pleasure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key beliefs of Jeremy Bentham regarding legal rights?

    <p>Extension of individual legal rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle did Jeremy Bentham contribute to ethics?

    <p>Greatest happiness principle</p> Signup and view all the answers

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