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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, pp. 73-112.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To support what theory does Locke employ numerous citations?
(a) The divine right to rule inherited by Adam.
(b) The equality of power between both parents.
(c) The right to own slaves.
(d) The need for subservience in children.

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

3. According to the First Treatise, in whom is power vested?
(a) King James.
(b) Adam and descendants.
(c) Filmer and his followers.
(d) Locke and his followers.

4. Who has joint dominion over the children in Locke's opinion?
(a) The king and queen.
(b) King James and his wife.
(c) Father and mother.
(d) Slaves and slave owners.

5. What does Locke contest about Cain's rights?
(a) Locke contests that Cain is physically stronger than his brother.
(b) Locke feels that Cain's rights are impermanent.
(c) Locke does not believe that Cain has dominion over Abel because he is older.
(d) Locke believes that Cain's rights are limited because he is not as intelligent as his brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Filmer claim is the relationship between men and creatures?

2. Whose absolute authority does Locke question?

3. What biblical book connects monarchy with the commandment to honor thy father?

4. The king's right to supremacy over subjects is similar to what other power mentioned in the first five chapters of the book?

5. What kind of government does Exodus imply according to Filmer?

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