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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11, pp. 73-112.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Filmer in the First Treatise what does the bible prove?
(a) The right to assemble.
(b) The right to assemble.
(c) The grant of government.
(d) The right to bear arms.

2. What does the basis of government depend upon according to Locke?
(a) The need for order.
(b) The prevention of cruelty.
(c) The origin of property.
(d) The sanctity of marriage.

3. What was Cain told about his power?
(a) That it will diminish with age.
(b) That he has none.
(c) That he will rule over his brother Abel.
(d) That he will lose it.

4. Which son of Adam is the oldest?
(a) Locke.
(b) Cain.
(c) Noah.
(d) Abel.

5. What kind of government does Exodus imply according to Filmer?
(a) Socialism.
(b) Democracy.
(c) Cannibalism.
(d) Monarchy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens upon the death of Adam according to Filmer?

2. What rights does Locke believe that Adam's heir possesses in relation to these creatures?

3. Who offers a compelling argument in favor of the right to rule?

4. Who does Filmer think is an ideal monarch?

5. What is the only thing that Locke can find in the scriptures pertaining to power and God?

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