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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4 Chapter 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hobbes suggest popular figures could be a danger to the commonwealth?
(a) They have the power and charisma to move people in the wrong direction.
(b) The people will love them more than the sovereign.
(c) They are entertainers who only want to put on a show.
(d) They know nothing about the workings of government.

2. After Abraham, with whom did God renew the covenant?
(a) Isaac, Jacob, and Moses
(b) Pete, Paul, and Mary
(c) Pharoah, Nebvucadnezzar, and Caesar
(d) David, Solomon, and Herod

3. Where can a monarch go for advice?
(a) only to God
(b) special elections
(c) counsel he has appointed for that purpose
(d) public opinion polls

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

5. What is the punishment of exile?
(a) when a person is banished from the commonwealth
(b) when a person is discredited and shamed
(c) when a person's property is confiscated
(d) when a person is put in prison

Short Answer Questions

1. What warning does Hobbes give about prophets?

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

3. What is impunity?

4. When many people first get together, what are they called?

5. How does Hobbes say inspiration is used in Scripture?

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