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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 Filmer propose is the cause for men being denied freedom?

2. Why it is important to figure out the right of inheritance?

3. What does Locke disagree with Filmer about concerning the rights of the first man in the world?

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

5. To whom does Locke believe the duty of honor and obedience is due?

Short Essay Questions

1. What kind of power is the right of supremacy?

2. Describe some effects on inheritance mentioned in the bible and cited by Locke.

3. Describe fatherly authority.

4. What does Filmer say about the relationship of man to his parents?

5. What does divine rights imply?

6. What does Locke say about Adam's heir's relationship to other creatures?

7. Describe the basis of government according to Locke.

8. What practice does Locke believe Filmer bases his theory of absolute monarchy?

9. What question arises pertaining to Noah and his sons?

10. What does Locke use to refute the theory of absolute monarchy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

According to Locke, how does absolute monarchy create slavery among men? Find examples from the book that support this claim.

Essay Topic 2

According to Locke, the transfer of power in society is not always from father to son. Give an example of this and explains what this means for individual liberty.

Essay Topic 3

What is the relationship of Adam to Eve in terms of power? What power do they exert over their children? Discuss how the relationship of Adam and Eve is essential to understanding power dynamics in society according to Locke.

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