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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. What does Rousseau say at the end of Chapter 1 might contradict virtue?

2. How can what Rousseau say fell apart survive under?

3. Why do men separate themselves according to Rousseau?

4. Which place does the Dedication praise as a virtuous republic?

5. Why does Rousseau reject the notion of natural law?

Short Essay Questions

1. How has art and science affected France, according to Chapter 1?

2. What does Rousseau believe about time?

3. How does Rousseau depict men of today?

4. What does Rousseau argue about philosophers?

5. What does the First Discourse argue?

6. What does Rousseau state about artists?

7. What is at the heart of Rousseau's philosophy, according to the Introduction?

8. What does Rousseau believe about the growing size of society?

9. What does Rousseau argue about his society according to the Introduction?

10. At the start of Chapter 1, what is Rousseau concerned about?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In an essay, discuss the difference between the savage man and the modern man as introduced by Rousseau and make sure to examine the similarities and differences, as well as influences of each.

Essay Topic 2

In an essay, Rousseau discusses how securing freedom of citizens is the sole purpose of the state. Discuss the role of the state and compare the types of government. Use the text to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 3

In an essay, discuss Rousseau's theory on economic inequality and discuss the ramifications of his theory on the populace, as well as on the economy. Students may rebut his comments with support from critics or by examining the concentration of wealth. Students should use the text to support their discussion.

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