The Enlightenment

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Who were the thinkers that began to question traditional ideas about political power and government structure during the Enlightenment?

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Philosophers

Front

What characterized the state of nature according to Hobbes?

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Survival of the strongest

Front

What role does the "Sovereign" play according to Hobbes?

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A powerful ruler

Front

What concept did humans enter into to escape the state of nature, according to Hobbes?

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Social contract

Front

What did Hobbes think was the best form of leadership?

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A powerful king

Front

What did individuals agree to in the social contract?

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To give up some freedoms

Front

What is the main benefit for the people in entering into a Social Contract with the ruler?

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Protection and order

Front

Which of the following best describes Locke's view on government authority over natural rights? Government can deny natural rights, Government can take away natural rights, Government cannot deny or take away natural rights, Government should control natural rights

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Government cannot deny or take away natural rights

Front

How is the government formed according to John Locke?

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Through the consent of the governed

Front

Which concept ensures that the government must follow the same laws as its citizens?

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Rule of Law