Question

multiple choice questions: choose the correct answer from the choices for each question. 1. which enlightenment thinker introduced the idea of a social contract between people and their rulers? a) john locke b) thomas hobbes c) baron de montesquieu d) jean - jacques rousseau 2. the concept of separation of powers into three independent branches was proposed by: a) thomas hobbes b) john locke c) baron de montesquieu d) jean - jacques rousseau 3. which ancient civilizations constitution included the concept of judicial review? a) rome b) athens c) sparta d) persia 4. the idea of \popular sovereignty\ or the general will of the people was argued by: a) thomas hobbes b) john locke c) baron de montesquieu d) jean - jacques rousseau

Explanation:

1. Thomas Hobbes is well - known for his social contract theory where people give up rights to a sovereign for protection.
2. Baron de Montesquieu proposed the separation of powers into legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
3. Rome's legal system had elements related to judicial review.
4. Jean - Jacques Rousseau argued for the concept of popular sovereignty or the general will of the people.

Answer:

1. b) Thomas Hobbes
2. c) Baron de Montesquieu
3. a) Rome
4. d) Jean - Jacques Rousseau