Political Philosophy and Rights of Englishmen Quiz
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Which two philosophers are mentioned as expressing their philosophy of government?

  • Thomas Hobbes and John Locke (correct)
  • Aristotle and Plato
  • John Adams and Benjamin Franklin
  • Thomas Jefferson and George Washington

    • What is the purpose of government according to John Locke?

  • To enforce social norms
  • To maintain power for the ruling class
  • To protect natural rights (correct)
  • To restrict individual freedoms

    • What is the social contract?

  • A treaty between Great Britain and her American colonies
  • An agreement between the government and the people (correct)
  • A legal document outlining the rights of Englishmen
  • A philosophical concept about the nature of society

    • What is the right of rebellion?

    <p>The right of the people to overthrow an unjust government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical events granted Englishmen certain rights?

    <p>Magna Carta and English Bill of Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

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