Thomas Hobbes

question 100

Multiple Choice

Thomas Hobbes

• A) felt that man was suited best to be in a pristine state of nature, without government interference.
• B) stated that mankind 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 broke the social contract.

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Definitions:

Barter System

An ancient method of exchange where goods and services are directly traded for other goods and services without using money.

Good

A material item that can be touched, used, or consumed, which is produced to fulfill wants or needs.

Service

A type of economic activity that is intangible, is not stored, and does not result in ownership; services are produced and consumed at the same time.

Exchange

The act of giving one thing and receiving another in return, often referring to the trade of goods, services, or financial instruments.