Question

unit 1 pre-test (sept. 8) which of these theories argues that the state arose out of a voluntary act of free people force theory evolutionary theory divine right of kings social contract

Explanation:

• Force Theory: States that the state arose from force (conquest, war), not voluntary acts.
• Evolutionary Theory: Views the state as evolving from family/small groups over time, not a voluntary act of free people.
• Divine Right of Kings: Claims monarchs' authority is from God, not a voluntary act of people.
• Social Contract: Argues people voluntarily gave up some freedoms to form the state for order/protection.

Answer:

Social Contract (the option with "Social Contract" text)