Understanding Thomas Hobbes and Leviathan

What is the main focus of Thomas Hobbes's book, Leviathan?

• The importance of democracy

• The development of scientific methods

• The role of social contracts and absolute sovereigns

• The history of the English Civil War

According to Hobbes, what would happen in a society without government?

• It would focus on scientific advancements

• It would thrive peacefully

• It would become a war of all against all

• It would develop into a democracy

What is the purpose of a social contract according to Hobbes?

• To promote economic growth

• To establish a written constitution

• To limit natural rights in exchange for protection

• To increase individual freedoms

How do social contracts manifest in everyday life?

• By voting in elections

• Through written agreements

• By deferring to authority figures like teachers and bosses

• Through religious practices

What is the ongoing debate related to social contracts?

• The balance between freedom and safety

• The impact of globalization

• The role of technology in society

• The importance of cultural diversity