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The Enlightenment

Question 8 • *MPS SS221-CR U.S. History S1 2023-24

The English philosopher John Locke wrote that

Answer
A
countries should not be ruled by monarchs.
B
a government should hold absolute power over its people.
C
only governments could provide rights to citizens.
D
all people have the natural right to life and liberty.

Explanation

John Locke argued that people are born with natural rights, including life and liberty (and property). Governments are formed to protect these rights, not to grant them or hold absolute power over people. Therefore, the correct choice is “all people have the natural right to life and liberty.”

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