Question 1

The term 'Social Sciences' first appeared in the work of
A)William Thompson
B)J. Schumpeter
C)M. Weber
D)Harry Johnson

Accepted Answer

William Thompson is credited with the first use of the term 'Social Sciences' in his 1824 work "An Inquiry into the Principles of the Distribution of Wealth Most Conducive to Human Happiness; applied to the Newly Proposed System of Voluntary Equality of Wealth."

Question 2

The book 'Ethics and Politics' was written by
A)Socrates
B)Aristotle
C)William Scott
D)Ralph Linton

Accepted Answer

Aristotle is the author of "Ethics and Politics," which are two separate works often discussed together. "Ethics" refers to his "Nicomachean Ethics," and "Politics" is another of his major works that discusses the philosophy of human affairs and governance.

Question 3

In Renaissance human reason placed above
A)Culture
B)faith
C)Arts
D)Literature

Accepted Answer

C

Question 4

The conflict between religious learning and beliefs and rationality learning and beliefs is the basic characteristic of
A)Modern era
B)Educated Society
C)Renaissance
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

The Renaissance, a period of European history that marked a transition from the Middle Ages to modernity, is characterized by a renewed interest in classical philosophy, literature, and art. It was during this time that the conflict between religious beliefs and rational, scientific thinking became particularly pronounced, as scholars began to question traditional doctrines and emphasize humanism, individualism, and secular values. This shift laid the groundwork for the modern era, where this conflict continues in various forms.

Question 5

The period from about 1453 to the end of the 17th century was characterized by the rebirth and proliferation of
A)Modern knowledge
B)ancient knowledge
C)Modern thinking
D)ancient thinking

Accepted Answer

This period, known as the Renaissance, was marked by the revival and spread of ancient knowledge, particularly from Greek and Roman sources, which significantly influenced art, science, and philosophy.

Question 6

Enlightenment was to a large extent based on
A)profit motive
B)humanitarian principles
C)practical wisdom
D)all the above

Accepted Answer

The Enlightenment was primarily based on humanitarian principles, emphasizing reason, individualism, and a belief in human progress and equality.

Question 7

Enlightenment thinkers opened up new and very significant areas of
A)Observation
B)Field study
C)Inquiry
D)Thinking

Accepted Answer

Enlightenment thinkers emphasized reason, scientific inquiry, and the questioning of traditional beliefs, which led to new areas of inquiry and exploration in various fields.

Question 8

Enlightenment thought laid the ground work for the development of
A)Religious notions
B)speculations
C)Social scientific thought
D)All the above

Accepted Answer

Enlightenment thought emphasized reason, individualism, and skepticism of traditional authority, which contributed significantly to the development of social scientific thought.

Question 9

In the period of enlightenment as the organizing principle of knowledge, rationality replaced
A)Culture
B)Civilization
C)Religion
D)Speculation

Accepted Answer

During the Enlightenment period, rationality and empirical evidence became the primary basis for understanding the world, replacing reliance on religious dogma and supernatural explanations. This shift emphasized human reason, scientific inquiry, and skepticism over traditional religious beliefs.

Question 10

The period of Enlightenment was in
A)1650 CE and 1700 CE
B)1500 CE and 1550 CE
C)1400 CE and 1450 CE
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

The Enlightenment period is generally considered to have occurred from the late 17th century to the 18th century, starting around 1650 CE.

Question 11

The work 'Two Treatises of Government' was written by
A)Rousseau
B)Locke
C)Gandhi
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

John Locke is the author of "Two Treatises of Government," which was published in 1689. This work is foundational in the development of liberal political philosophy.

Question 12

Whose suggestion was that the social order was made by human beings and therefore could be changed by human beings
A)Hobbes
B)Locke
C)Laski
D)Gandhi

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

According to whom was the universe a machine made up of particles moving according to a mechanical law.
A)R.Park
B)Rousseau
C)Hobbes
D)Aristotle

Accepted Answer

Hobbes viewed the universe as a large mechanistic system, where everything in the universe, including humans and their societies, operates according to mechanical laws. This perspective is a key element of his materialistic and deterministic philosophy.

Question 14

The master piece of Hobbes
A)Leviathan
B)The Elements of Law
C)Essay concerning human understanding
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

Leviathan is considered the masterpiece of Thomas Hobbes, where he establishes the foundation for political philosophy from the social contract perspective.

Question 15

'Leviathan' was published in the year
A)1640
B)1650
C)1621
D)1651

Accepted Answer

'Leviathan,' written by Thomas Hobbes, was published in 1651. It is a foundational text in political philosophy.

Question 16

Hobbes believed that the very principle of the universe is
A)The movement or motion
B)passion and imagination
C)critical thinking
D)observation

Accepted Answer

Hobbes believed that the principle of the universe is motion or movement, which is a fundamental concept in his materialistic view of the world. He argued that everything in the universe, including thoughts and emotions, can be explained in terms of physical motion.

Question 17

The first philosophical work of Hobbes
A)The Elements of Law
B)Leviathan
C)Social Contract
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

The first philosophical work of Thomas Hobbes was "The Elements of Law," written in 1640. It laid the groundwork for his later, more famous works, including "Leviathan."

Question 18

'The Elements of Law' was published in the year
A)1650
B)1640
C)1630
D)1651

Accepted Answer

The Elements of Law was published in the year 1650 by Thomas Hobbes.

Question 19

Thomas Hobbes' interest in philosophy was greatly stimulated by his discovery of the world of
A)Sociology
B)Mathematics
C)Biology
D)Astronomy

Accepted Answer

Thomas Hobbes' interest in philosophy was greatly stimulated by his discovery of the world of mathematics, which influenced his approach to philosophical questions through a more systematic and rational framework.

Question 20

Who tells about Universal law and Natural Law?
A)Montesquieu
B)Plato
C)Aristotle
D)John Locke

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 1: Social Science Thinkers and Works

The term 'Social Sciences' first appeared in the work of

The book 'Ethics and Politics' was written by

In Renaissance human reason placed above

The conflict between religious learning and beliefs and rationality learning and beliefs is the basic characteristic of

The period from about 1453 to the end of the 17th century was characterized by the rebirth and proliferation of

Enlightenment was to a large extent based on

Enlightenment thinkers opened up new and very significant areas of

Enlightenment thought laid the ground work for the development of

In the period of enlightenment as the organizing principle of knowledge, rationality replaced

The period of Enlightenment was in

The work 'Two Treatises of Government' was written by

Whose suggestion was that the social order was made by human beings and therefore could be changed by human beings

According to whom was the universe a machine made up of particles moving according to a mechanical law.

The master piece of Hobbes

'Leviathan' was published in the year

Hobbes believed that the very principle of the universe is

The first philosophical work of Hobbes

'The Elements of Law' was published in the year

Thomas Hobbes' interest in philosophy was greatly stimulated by his discovery of the world of

Who tells about Universal law and Natural Law?