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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who offers a compelling argument in favor of the right to rule?

2. How does Locke differ in his perception of Eve as compared to Filmer?

3. What fact does Locke believe refutes Filmer's claims?

4. What belief, according to Locke, prevents the right to natural freedom?

5. Who does Filmer think is an ideal monarch?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Filmer say about the relationship of man to his parents?

2. What does Locke say about the rights of the mother?

3. Explain what Filmer believes is the relationship between Cain and Abel.

4. What question arises pertaining to Noah and his sons?

5. What does Filmer believe Genesis 3:16 says about man and government?

6. According to Filmer, what are the only two ways that a king can come to power?

7. Describe Locke's argument about multiple kings and what their existence shows.

8. What does Locke say about Adam's heir's relationship to other creatures?

9. Describe the difference in opinion Locke and Filmer have about Adam's right to govern.

10. What kind of power is the right of supremacy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Consider the impact of absolute power in relationship to the right to govern. Is absolute power necessary for governing a country? Why or why not? When it is justified according to Locke? What are possible repercussions? Describe.

Essay Topic 2

According to Locke, does man lose any freedom by becoming a member of society? What freedom does man have in nature and what freedom does he have in society? Compare and contrast, referencing the book appropriately.

Essay Topic 3

If Adam did not inherit the right to rule from God, what does this imply about Filmer's theory of inheritance and absolute monarchy? Explain.

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