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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1 Chapter 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hobbes say that people are always seeking more power, wealth, or popularity?
(a) People are restless.
(b) People are like animals.
(c) People believe in the supernatural.
(d) People can think.

2. When does Hobbes suggest it is not logical to follow the Golden Rule?
(a) during a natural disaster
(b) when no one else is following it
(c) when there are no other people around
(d) in times of war

3. Why does Hobbes say that having friends, followers, and servants is the greatest power?
(a) Having these, one does not need anything else.
(b) With friends, followers, and servants one does not need to work.
(c) Being liked and respected makes people good managers and motivators.
(d) Having these, one does not need to go to war.

4. What does Hobbes say is needed to protect people from danger?
(a) civil laws
(b) strong churches
(c) a choice of weapons
(d) a strong militia

5. Why does Hobbes say that virtue is comparative?
(a) If there are no comparisons there are no problems.
(b) If all things were equal, this would be heaven.
(c) If virtue is equal then there is no evil.
(d) If all things were equal in all men, nothing would be prized.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can passion for power be dangerous?

2. How does Hobbes classify a person who speaks for himself?

3. To be sure one has found reason, what is necessary?

4. What kind of idea does Hobbes classify as good wit?

5. What is the term he uses for reasoning with another person?

(see the answer key)

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