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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. Who is described by Filmer as possibly having absolute power as a monarch?

2. Who buys his brother's birthright?

3. What commandment applies to men and women according to Locke?

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 happens upon the death of Adam according to Filmer?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to Filmer, what are the only two ways that a king can come to power?

2. What does Filmer believe Genesis 3:16 says about man and government?

3. What does Filmer infer about the Fifth Commandment?

4. According to Locke, what does the Patriarcha treatise say about freedom?

5. What does Filmer say about power and Adam's line?

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

7. Describe Locke's argument about multiple kings and what their existence shows.

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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.

Essay Topic 2

According to Locke, a monarchy has a sovereign king with absolute power. However this in direct opposition to the natural freedom of man. Can a society have a monarchy and still offer equal rights to its citizens? Explain, using examples from the book to support your theory.

Essay Topic 3

Why does it matter according to Locke whether Noah divided the world among his sons? What does it imply about divine rights? Explain, using the same expository style of writing employed by Locke to provide a persuasive argument.

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