Question

1. according to john locke, what is the primary role of government?

a. to collect taxes from citizens
b. to maintain a strong military
c. to protect citizens’ natural rights
d. to regulate commerce

1. which statement best describes locke’s concept of the social contract?

a. citizens surrender all rights to the government
b. government has unlimited power over citizens
c. citizens agree to follow laws in exchange for protection
d. government exists independently of citizens’ consent

Explanation:

John Locke believed in natural rights of life, liberty and property. The government's main role is to protect these rights. His social - contract theory posits that citizens enter into an agreement with the government, giving up some freedoms to follow laws in return for protection of their natural rights.

Answer:

1. c. To protect citizens’ natural rights
2. c. Citizens agree to follow laws in exchange for protection