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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6-10, pp. 37-73.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Filmer define the relationship between man and other creatures?
(a) Man has the right to use creatures.
(b) Man is subservient to other creatures.
(c) Man fights with other creatures.
(d) Man and other creatures are equal.

2. What does Filmer claim is the relationship between men and creatures?
(a) Men live in opposition to all creatures.
(b) Men have sole ownership over all creatures.
(c) Men are equal to all creatures.
(d) Men consume all creatures.

3. What order did the first man in the world receive from God?
(a) To create a house.
(b) To buy property.
(c) To multiply and populate the world.
(d) To create a house.

4. What is Filmer's basis for the rule of princes?
(a) That they inherit the kingdoms of their fathers.
(b) That they inherited the right to rule as descendants of Adam.
(c) That they have the qualifications of good leadership.
(d) That they have power and riches.

5. What happens upon the death of Adam according to Filmer?
(a) Division of authority.
(b) Chaos and anarchy.
(c) Father's estate goes to the eldest son.
(d) Takeover from rival.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which book in the bible discusses the creation of animals?

2. What distinction does Locke make regarding gender and power?

3. What is used to justify royal authority in the First Treatise?

4. To support what theory does Locke employ numerous citations?

5. According to Filmer, who is considered the father of subjects in a monarchy?

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