Locke advocated religious tolerance. He supported this over an enforced single religion. Locke argued that it simply makes more
sense to allow people to believe and practice what they want than it would to try to force everyone to believe the same thing. His writings on the topic paved the way for religious freedom in the United States. Indeed, for hundreds of years people have come to the United States in search of religious freedom. Based on the passage, Locke would most likely agree with which of these statements about religion?
A. Governments should promote religious tolerance because it is a matter of respecting human rights.
B. It's easier for a government to promote religious tolerance than it is to try and force everyone to believe the same thing.
C. Governments should support religious tolerance because it encourages more people to move to a country.
D. Governments should promote and enforce a single state religion
I believe the answer is B. It's easier for a government to promote religious tolerance than it is to try and force everyone to believe the same thing.
Explanation:
Although the first answer might also be something that John Locke would agree to, it is not something that he stated in the excerpt. His argument of saying that it makes more sense to allow people to believe and practice what they want makes B. the more suitable choice.
