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Warmup 2/5 Translate this into simple English: In [nature] there is no place for industry, because the fruit thereof is uncertain: and consequently [there is] no culture …, no knowledge of the face of the earth, no account of time, no arts, no letters, no society, and which is worst of all, continual fear, and danger of violent death; and the life of man [is] solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short… -Thomas Hobbes, Leviathan

Enlightenment Beliefs Humanism: a focus on human values and worldly living. Reason: ideas must be based on evidence and logic. Popular Sovereignty: governments have power only so long as people obey. Constitutionalism: governments should clearly define their own powers and limits. Natural Rights: all humans have certain basic rights regardless of their government.

ASSIGNMENT: Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau Part 1 Grab worksheet and reading material Read each philosopher one at a time. Summarize on the worksheet 2 facts about each philosopher and 5 things they believe 25 minutes

ASSIGNMENT: Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau Part 2 Get with a partner. Answer the following sections: Human Nature Purpose of Government Best Government 12 minutes

ASSIGNMENT: Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau Part 3 Finish the last section on your own. Answer should be at least 3 sentences.