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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2 Chapter 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of idea does Hobbes classify as good wit?
(a) one open to argument and debate
(b) one that everyone can agree to
(c) one so unique that nobody else would have thought of it
(d) one that produces only good results

2. What does Hobbes call the blood flow of a commonwealth?
(a) military power
(b) money
(c) religion
(d) voting rights

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

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. How may a commonwealth be formed?
(a) the first is by natural force or acquisition and the second is by mutual agreement.
(b) the first is by election and the second is by popularity
(c) the first is by experience and the second is by heredity
(d) the first is by inheritance and the second is by accident

Short Answer Questions

1. Why can passion for power be dangerous?

2. What two systems does Hobbes define within a commonwealth?

3. What does Hobbes accept when peace is impossible?

4. What does Hobbes say a person is doing when he stops defending himself?

5. What seems to be a contradiction in Hobbes' attitude toward protest?

(see the answer key)

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