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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11- 15, pp. 182 - 204.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Locke believe contradicts civil society?
(a) Freedom of speech.
(b) Freedom to vote.
(c) Absolute monarchy.
(d) Natural freedom.

2. On what does Filmer base most of his theories for monarchy?
(a) The right of inheritance.
(b) The right of the bourgeoise.
(c) The right of property owners.
(d) The right of the rich.

3. When does Locke believe that people should change the legislature?
(a) When the legislature is difficult.
(b) When the legislature does something unpopular.
(c) When the legislature is not organized.
(d) When the legislature is tyrannical.

4. To understand political power, what is important to have?
(a) A state of perfect freedom for men.
(b) A state of equality.
(c) A desire to rule.
(d) A knowledge of legal literature.

5. What does Locke say is protected by law and cannot be taken away by a ruler?
(a) Property.
(b) Freedom to travel.
(c) Freedom to fight.
(d) Freedom to marry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What relationship is necessary to nurture the young?

2. What does Sir Robert conclude about the use of the term "children of men"?

3. What does Locke contest about Cain's rights?

4. Who has joint dominion over the children in Locke's opinion?

5. Whose absolute authority does Locke question?

(see the answer key)

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