Thomas Hobbes
A)felt that humans were suited best to be in a pristine state of nature, without government interference.
B)stated that human nature was animalistic, and needed a strong government to maintain social order.
C)was a firm believer in democracy.
D)said that the best form of government was a theocracy.
E)argued in favor of revolution when the ruler violated religious doctrines.

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Hobbes believed that human nature was inherently selfish and violent, and without a strong government to control and regulate their behavior, society would be chaotic and brutal. He advocated for an absolute monarchy as the best form of government to maintain social order and prevent the chaos of the state of nature.