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Thomas Hobbes

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20 questions
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  • Q1
    What type of government did Thomas Hobbes advocate for in his work 'Leviathan'?
    Absolute monarchy
    Democracy
    Anarchy
    Oligarchy
    30s
  • Q2
    What concept is central to Thomas Hobbes' view of human nature?
    Collectivism
    Rationalism
    Altruism
    Self-interest
    30s
  • Q3
    In Hobbes' social contract theory, what do individuals agree to surrender in exchange for security?
    Their ability to form friendships
    Some of their freedoms
    All of their possessions
    Their right to govern
    30s
  • Q4
    According to Hobbes, what is the state of nature?
    A condition of constant conflict
    A thriving community
    A democratic society
    A peaceful coexistence
    30s
  • Q5
    What does Hobbes mean by the term 'Leviathan' in his political theory?
    A literal sea monster
    An ideal democratic state
    A system of checks and balances
    The sovereign authority
    30s
  • Q6
    What did Hobbes believe was necessary to avoid a 'war of all against all'?
    Open democratic processes
    Decentralized governance
    Strong centralized authority
    Voluntary cooperation among individuals
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following best describes Hobbes' view on human equality?
    Humans are equal in all respects
    Humans are equal in moral virtue
    Humans are fundamentally equal in their capacity for violence
    Humans are inherently unequal in power
    30s
  • Q8
    What is Hobbes' perspective on the role of religion in government?
    Religion should support the authority of the sovereign
    Religion should replace political authority
    Religion should be separate from government
    Religion is unnecessary for social order
    30s
  • Q9
    Which phrase is often associated with Hobbes' view of life in the state of nature?
    Free, equal, and cooperative
    Solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short
    Peaceful, harmonious, and flourishing
    Social, just, and equitable
    30s
  • Q10
    What does Hobbes believe is the primary purpose of government?
    To maintain peace and prevent conflict
    To encourage economic growth
    To promote individual freedoms
    To empower citizens through democracy
    30s
  • Q11
    What is Thomas Hobbes best known for in political philosophy?
    The Divine Right of Kings
    Utilitarianism
    The Social Contract
    Natural Rights Theory
    30s
  • Q12
    In which work did Thomas Hobbes famously describe life in the state of nature as 'solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short'?
    Two Treatises of Government
    Leviathan
    The Social Contract
    Meditations on First Philosophy
    30s
  • Q13
    What is the primary basis for Hobbes' belief in the need for a strong central authority?
    Divine mandate from God
    Social equity and justice
    Natural law advocating individual freedoms
    Human self-interest and fear of conflict
    30s
  • Q14
    Which of the following best describes Hobbes' view on human nature?
    Humans are inherently peaceful and cooperative
    Humans are purely rational beings
    Humans possess innate goodness and morality
    Humans are naturally selfish and aggressive
    30s
  • Q15
    What government form did Thomas Hobbes advocate for in his political philosophy?
    Anarchy
    Democracy
    Absolute monarchy
    Oligarchy
    30s

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