Practice - The Origin of the State
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Practice Questions
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What does the Divine Right Theory assert?
💡 Hint: Think about who gives kings the right to rule.
Name one feature of a state.
💡 Hint: What helps define where a state is located?
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What is the primary difference between Hobbes’ and Locke’s perspective on the social contract?
💡 Hint: Who prioritizes security and who prioritizes rights?
True or False: The Force Theory suggests that states were formed through economic treaties.
💡 Hint: Think about which theories involve aggression.
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Evaluate how the concepts of Divine Right Theory and Social Contract Theory influence modern governance.
💡 Hint: Analyze how each would shape laws and politics today.
Critically assess how historical transitions from city-states to nation-states affect contemporary issues of sovereignty.
💡 Hint: Consider current global interactions and disputes.
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