1. John Locke: The First Step on the Path to American Freedom

2. Question #1: How can we tell that John Locke was incredibly influential?

3. Question #2: What about Locke’s upbringing allowed him to have a clear view of the fight between the English monarchy and the people?

4. Question #3: How did Locke become so politically influential in England in the 1660s?

5. Question #4: What steps did Locke take to ensure he was not captured and returned to England for execution?

6. Question #5: What allowed Locke to return to England, publish his works, and become famous?

7. Question #6: What was one of the theories Locke espoused in his writings?

8. Question #7: While in Parliament, what basic right – one we Americans enjoy – did Locke defend?

9. Extra Credit: Why is this reading so “difficult to understand/ read”?

10. ATOMIC BONUS: What is John Locke’s middle name?