Origins of Government

A group of families come together to form a larger community, eventually establishing a government. Which theory of government origin does this scenario describe?

• Force Theory

• Evolutionary Theory

• Divine Right Theory

• Social Contract Theory

What is the main idea of the Divine Right Theory?

• God created the state and gave those of royal birth the 'divine right' to rule.

• The ruler is chosen by the people through elections.

• The ruler is selected based on their military strength.

• The ruler is appointed by a council of elders.

What were the people forced to do under the Force Theory?

• Elect their leaders

• Submit to the rule of the person/group

• Form a coalition government

• Establish a constitution

What significant change occurred when farming began, according to the Evolutionary Theory?

• The tribe became nomadic

• The tribe settled down and government began

• The tribe disbanded

• The tribe expanded into multiple regions

This origin theory says the state was given its power from God.

• Force

• Evolutionary

• Divine Right

• Social Contract

According to the Force Theory, what is the primary method by which a state is established?

• Through peaceful negotiations

• By divine intervention

• By the use of force and conquest

• Through family lineage

What was the situation before the establishment of government according to the Social Contract Theory?

• The strong took what they wanted without any authority to stop them.

• Everyone lived in harmony and peace.

• There was a democratic system in place.

• People had equal rights and protection.

According to the Divine Right Theory, how were people expected to view their ruler?

• As a representative of the people.

• As a servant of the state.

• As they would view God.

• As a temporary leader.

Which theory suggests that the state developed naturally out of the early family?

• Force Theory

• Evolutionary Theory

• Divine Right Theory

• Social Contract Theory

According to the Social Contract Theory, what is the primary reason individuals agree to form a state?

• To gain protection and ensure mutual benefit

• To expand territory through force

• To fulfill a divine mandate

• To maintain family traditions