Question 1

On what grounds does Hobbes argue we should be obliged to obey the state?&#10;A) The protection of our security&#10;B) The protection of our rights&#10;C) If it is democratic&#10;D) If it pursues the general will

Accepted Answer

Hobbes argues that we should be obliged to obey the state because it provides protection of our security, which is a fundamental need for all individuals. According to Hobbes, in the state of nature, without a government to protect us, life would be solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short. Therefore, we give up some of our individual freedom to the state in exchange for protection and security.

Question 2

Which political theorist argues that we can be 'forced to be free'?&#10;A) John Stuart Mill&#10;B) Jean-Jacques Rousseau&#10;C) Thomas Hobbes&#10;D) Jacques Cousteau

Accepted Answer

Jean-Jacques Rousseau argues that we can be "forced to be free" in his book "The Social Contract". He believed that by surrendering ourselves to the general will of the community, we could achieve true freedom and equality.

Question 3

What does Robert Paul Wolff argue in his book In Defense of Anarchism?&#10;A) The majority verdict should be accepted&#10;B) Governments should rule by whatever method they can&#10;C) Authoritarian government is sometimes acceptable&#10;D) No government is legitimate

Accepted Answer

Robert Paul Wolff argues in his book In Defense of Anarchism that no government is legitimate, and that anarchism is the only political theory that provides a coherent and consistent defense of individual autonomy and freedom.

Deck 2: Democracy and Political Obligation