Leviathan

Leviathan

by

Thomas Hobbes

Test your knowledge of Chapter 1. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
Why does Hobbes start his explanation of the ideal common-wealth with human thoughts?
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Because thoughts are the foundation of human beings, who are the building blocks of society
To establish a moral framework for governance
To prioritize the development of education systems in the common-wealth
As an argument against the necessity of religion in governance
According to Hobbes, how are senses caused and experienced by humans?
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Through the inherent spiritual energy of objects
By an external object applying pressure on sense organs, creating sensory experiences
Through the mind's intrinsic ability to generate sensory experiences without external stimuli
By the soul's interpretation of the object's essence
Why does Hobbes critique philosophical theories like Aristotle’s in the context of describing an ideal common-wealth?
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To promote a spiritual understanding of governance
To argue against the necessity of physical matter in political theory
To lay a materialist foundation for his political philosophy, emphasizing the importance of tangible realities
Because he believes philosophical differences have no impact on the structure of society