Leviathan by Thomas Hobbes Quiz

According to Thomas Hobbes, what is the state of man in the state of nature?

• Rich and prosperous

• Solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short

• Peaceful and harmonious

• Civilized and organized

What is the main reason for the lack of industry in the state of nature according to Hobbes?

• Government regulations

• Lack of resources

• Uncertain fruit of industry

• Lack of skilled labor

Name 2 advancements (from Hobbes' list) that mankind would not have in the state of nature (or its natural state):

What is the only way to erect a common power according to Hobbes?

• By establishing a democracy

• By relying on foreign aid

• By conferring all power and strength upon one man or assembly of men

• By appointing multiple leaders

What is the term used by Hobbes to describe the unity of the multitude in one person through a covenant?

• Common-wealth

• Consent

• Contract

• Concord

What is the coercive power needed to compel men to perform their covenants according to Hobbes?

What is the term used by Hobbes to describe the mutual transferring of right between individuals?

• Unity

• Contract

• Consent

• Commonwealth

What is the consequence of a man abandoning or granting away his right according to Hobbes?

• He gains more power

• He is no longer bound by any obligations

• He is obliged not to hinder those to whom such right is granted

• He loses all his rights

What is the main reason for the lack of industry in the state of nature according to Hobbes?

• Government regulations

• Lack of resources

• Uncertain fruit of industry

• Lack of skilled labor