Question

why were rousseaus ideas controversial and revolutionary for his time? he wanted to kill all monarchs, even benevolent and responsible ones. he wanted to separate the governments powers to limit their authority. he supported the right of the people to revolt against corrupt leaders.

Explanation:

• First option: Rousseau didn't advocate killing all monarchs; this is incorrect.
• Second option: The idea of separating government powers is more associated with Montesquieu, not Rousseau.
• Third option: Rousseau's social contract theory supported the people's right to revolt against corrupt leaders, which was revolutionary as it challenged the divine right of kings and absolute monarchy prevalent at his time.

Answer:

C. He supported the right of the people to revolt against corrupt leaders. (Note: Assuming the options are labeled A, B, C in order. If the original labels are different, adjust accordingly. The correct statement is "He supported the right of the people to revolt against corrupt leaders.")