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Modern Political Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a question and answer format on the theories of Locke and Hobbes. It answers questions about the political system and social contract, as well as theorizing about the state of nature and rights of man.
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Oregon State University

The Elements of Law Natural and Politic

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides the entire text document of "The Elements of Law Natural and Politic" by Thomas Hobbes. This is a detailed document and very informative.
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iCivics

I Civics: Thomas Hobbes Mini Lesson

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Thomas Hobbes was one of the first of his era to discuss the idea of the social contract. Explore his views on government and his famous book, Leviathan.
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Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Thomas Hobbes: Methodology

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, which is provided for by the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy, gives a detailed biography of the life of Thomas Hobbes, including a discussion of his philosophy.
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Digital History

Digital History: By What Right [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Two opposing philosophies concerning the relationship between government and its citizens were expressed by Thomas Hobbes and John Locke in the 17th century. Compare these two philosophies and see how they were related to the colonists'...
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iCivics

I Civics: Why Government?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Dig into philosophers Thomas Hobbes and John Locke's ideas and see how they've influenced those that have followed in their footsteps.