Question

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 advocates for more government control (e.g., in economic regulations to promote equality) and the right for economic freedom (less government intervention).
2. Governments are not typically responsible for ensuring employment for individuals as it is influenced by many market - driven factors.
3. Modern interpretations restrict gun ownership for domestic abusers as they pose a risk.
4. The United States' founding principles are based on the Social Contract Theory (people consent to be governed).
5. René Descartes is a philosopher known for his work in epistemology (e.g., Cogito, ergo sum) and not associated with Social Contract Theory.

Answer:

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