Influence of the Founders

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Which philosopher believed the life of man was solitary and short, believed in the Social Compact meaning members of a society cooperate for social benefit. Our founders rejected his argument that gov. should have absolute power.

Which philosopher believed society equals war, the main purpose of government is to main law and order, and believed powers should be separated.

All of the following are considered framers of the Constitution except?

What time and place did our Founders get their ideas from?

Who was a French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist. Most famous for I think therefore I am?

All of the following are responsibilities of citizens except?

Which philosopher believed a ruler gains authority through the consent of the governed and that the duty of government is to protect the natural rights of the people.

Which philosopher is considered the first modern philosopher and described how scientific study should be used to prove theories.