Question

unit 2 quiz
part i: multiple choice (2 points each)
circle the letter of the correct answer to each prompt.

1. when thinking about the economic political spectrum, the left is typically

associated with economic, while the right is associated with
economic
a. freedom, equality
b. wealth gaps, freedom
c. equality, control
d. control, freedom

1. governments typically do each of the following except...

a. maintain order within the community
b. provide services to the people
c. ensure employment for individuals
d. define and defend rules of behavior

1. modern interpretations of the 2nd amendment allow restrictions on gun

ownership to which of the following groups?
a. women
b. people aged 18 - 20
c. domestic abusers
d. people without a drivers license

1. which of the following theories of the origin of government is most associated

with the united states?
a. force theory
b. divine right theory
c. evolutionary theory
d. social contract theory

1. each of the following philosophers is associated with social contract theory

except...
a. john locke
b. rene descartes
c. thomas hobbes
d. jean - jacques rousseau

Explanation:

1. On the economic - political spectrum, the left often emphasizes economic equality (through measures like progressive taxation, social welfare programs) and the right emphasizes economic freedom (less government intervention in the economy).
2. Governments maintain order (police, laws), provide services (infrastructure, education), and define/defend behavior (laws). Ensuring employment for individuals is more of an economic goal that governments may aim for but not a typical direct "do" in the same sense as the other options.
3. Modern interpretations restrict gun ownership for domestic abusers as they pose a threat. Age restrictions (18 - 20) are not as common as restrictions for domestic abusers. Women and lack of a driver's license are not valid reasons for gun - ownership restrictions.
4. The United States' founding principles (Constitution, Declaration of Independence) are based on the idea that people enter into a social contract with the government.
5. John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, and Jean - Jacques Rousseau are key social - contract theorists. Rene Descartes is a philosopher known for his work in epistemology (e.g., "I think, therefore I am") and not social - contract theory.

Answer:

1. c
2. c
3. c
4. d
5. b