Question

read the speech james i made to parliament in 1609.
the state of monarchy is the supremest thing upon
earth, for kings are not only god’s lieutenants upon earth
and sit upon god’s throne, but even by god himself they
are called gods. . . .
you do not meddle with the main points of government;
that is my craft . . . to meddle with that were to lessen
me.
what argument was the king making?
○ kings should not believe in god, for they are gods
themselves.
○ kings are god’s representatives on earth, and they
should not be challenged.
○ kings should agree that it is parliament’s job to run
the government.
○ kings need to be more respectful of parliament.

Explanation:

• Analyze Option 1: The speech says kings are God’s lieutenants, so they do believe in God. This option is wrong.
• Analyze Option 2: The speech states kings are God’s lieutenants, sit on God’s throne, and are called gods by God. Also, it says Parliament should not meddle in government (his craft), meaning kings (as God’s reps) should not be challenged. This matches.
• Analyze Option 3: The king says government is his craft, so he doesn’t think Parliament should run it. This is wrong.
• Analyze Option 4: The king wants Parliament to not meddle, so he’s not being respectful of Parliament in the way this option suggests. This is wrong.

Answer:

B. Kings are God’s representatives on Earth, and they should not be challenged.