Social Contract Theory

Which of these is NOT part of Hobbes' description of nature:

• Nasty

• Peaceful

• Brutish

• Short

What do you lack in the "land of do as you please"? 

• Freedom 

• Security 

• Aggression

What did Hobbes believe was the key to saving society

• Treatise

• Executive Order

• Contract

Implicit best means

• Not plainly expressed or stated

• Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt

Which of these is the best example of an EXPLICIT law (not custom)?

• Not cutting in line at lunch

• Driving the speed limit

• Not reading someone else's texts over their shoulder

• Not speaking out of turn

What is the best definition of "rational"?

• Based in or according to logic/thinking

• Making the best choice

• Appealing to religion

• Following the law

What is the best example of "defection" in a school setting?

• No one tries out for JV basketball

• Everyone agrees to show up late for class

• All students agree to get 7/10 on a test, but one student scores 10/10 and ruins the grading curve

• Everyone agrees to answer the teacher's questions in class

"Our whole society is based on the trust that people will keep their word." Which is the best example of this statement in action?

• We celebrate holidays because they bring joy to large groups of people who need reassurance in a crazy world.

• You go to college because you're told it will help you get a good job. If it didn't help you get a good job, you would feel tricked.

True or False: Contractarianism is created by people.

• True

• False

Which of these is a good example of changing social standards under contractarianism?

• In the 1930s, it was ok for pregnant mothers to smoke. But now it is frowned upon for health reasons.

• TikTok replaces Facebook