What was Thomas Hobbes' main argument regarding government?

Influence of Enlightenment Thinkers

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Separation of powers is essential
Government should protect citizens' rights
A strong central government prevents anarchy
The general will is paramount
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which philosopher's work is considered to have the most direct influence on the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Hobbes
John Locke
Montesquieu
Rousseau
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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According to John Locke, what should citizens do if their government fails to protect their rights?
Accept the government's authority
Replace the government
Seek international intervention
Appeal to the monarchy
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following rights did John Locke emphasize as fundamental?
Equality and fraternity
Right to bear arms
Freedom of speech and religion
Life, liberty, and property
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did Montesquieu influence the formation of state constitutions?
By advocating for a strong monarchy
Through his economic theories
Through his ideas on separation of powers
By promoting direct democracy
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which state constitution did John Adams help draft, influenced by Montesquieu?
Virginia
New York
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why was Rousseau's influence on the Declaration of Independence limited?
His ideas were too radical
His book was published too late
He was not well-known in America
His ideas were more sociological
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