Question

Which view was NOT included in John Locke’s Two Treatises of Government (1690)?

Answer 1

D

Something about every man has equal protection to life,liberty, and property.

Answer 2

Answer;

D. Governments should not allow all groups of people the same liberties.

Explanation;

-Two Treatises on Government was published anonymously in 1689 shortly after the Glorious Revolution which disposed King James II.  The book served two purposes.  It was designed not only to challenge common notions, but to introduce people to a broader thinking on governmental rule.

-The first treatise is a counter argument to Sir Robert Filmer. Filmer argued the right of the monarchy was secured through Adam, the first man.

-The second treatise is an explanation on how government should work and where it truly receives its ability to rule the people.