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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 - 10, pp. 140 - 181.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sir Robert conclude about the use of the term "children of men"?
(a) That it did not pertain to Adam who had no father.
(b) That the children of men would be oppressed.
(c) That the children of men had power over Adam.
(d) That the children of men were born to serve.

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

3. What effect does Locke feel that Filmer's comparison of powers have?
(a) Evokes anger.
(b) Flatters the ambitions of monarchs.
(c) Confuses readers.
(d) Creates zealots.

4. Which son of Adam is the oldest?
(a) Abel.
(b) Locke.
(c) Noah.
(d) Cain.

5. What does Filmer propose is the cause for men being denied freedom?
(a) Adam's creation.
(b) Short lifespans.
(c) Lack of property ownership.
(d) Illiteracy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Locke say man establishes his right of property?

2. What right did man have with regard to other, according to Filmer?

3. What should judges be held accountable for?

4. What does Filmer call the relationship between a man and his parents?

5. When a father dies, onto whom does parental duty fall?

(see the answer key)

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