Intro checkpoint Unit 4

What is the state of nature according to Hobbes?

• A state of democracy and equality

• a condition where humans, despite being independent and equal respected the laws of nature.

• A state of war and chaos

• A state of prosperity and abundance for all

According to Locke, what is the state of nature like?

• A state of absolute monarchy and peace

• A state of war and chaos

• A state of religious conformity

• a condition where humans, despite being independent and equal respected the laws of nature.

What is the social contract theory proposed by Hobbes?

• Individuals agree to give up some or all of their freedoms in exchange for protection and security provided by a governing authority.

• Individuals agree to give up their rights in exchange for financial gain

• Individuals agree to form a direct democracy without any governing authority

• Individuals agree to give up all of their rights in exchange for a government that protects their natural rights

Explain Locke's concept of social contract.

• Locke's concept of social contract involves individuals agreeing to give up their natural rights to the government.

• Locke believed that individuals should not form any government at all.

• Individuals agree to form a government to protect their natural rights, and have the right to overthrow it if it fails to do so.

• Individuals agree to form a government to give up all their rights and freedoms.

According to Locke, what is the best form of government and why?

• Absolute monarchy with no limitations unless they do not protect the people's rights

• Anarchy with no government

• Totalitarian government with complete control

• Limited government with checks and balances. Rights are protected

Under the Articles of Confederation, how many votes did each state have in Congress?

• This was based on population

• One
• Two 
• Three

What question(s) needed to be considered when determining representation in the new government?

• Should population matter?

• Do we count the enslaved?

• Should states have equal representation?

• All answer options needed to be considered.

The group established by the Constitution to elect the president and vice president. Voters in each state choose their electors. The number of electors is based on each states representation.

• The Senate

• The Electoral College

• The House of Representatives

• The Constitutional Convention

A series of essays written by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay in support of the ratification of the Constitution by the states.

• Articles of Confederation

• Constitution

• The Federalist Papers

• The Federalists

A country governed by elected representatives.

• Ratify

• Enlightenment

• Constitution

• Republic