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According to Thomas Hobbs, why are governments formed?
According to Thomas Hobbs, why are governments formed?
- To promote economic growth
- To enforce religious beliefs
- To maintain social equality
- To protect the individual (correct)
What was Thomas Hobbs' view on the purpose of government?
What was Thomas Hobbs' view on the purpose of government?
- To expand territory and conquer other nations
- To prevent chaos and protect people's rights (correct)
- To impose strict moral codes on society
- To accumulate wealth for the ruling class
According to Thomas Hobbs, what is the main reason for individuals to form governments?
According to Thomas Hobbs, what is the main reason for individuals to form governments?
- To establish a system of absolute monarchy
- To escape the state of nature and ensure self-preservation (correct)
- To maintain a system of direct democracy
- To create a society based on communal ownership
