- Based on the clip, explain why people want to leave the “state of nature.” In other words, what’s wrong with the state of nature?
- Discuss Locke’s argument regarding collective consent – specifically, why can the government make us pay taxes (or be drafted) even if we don’t want to pay them?
- According to Locke, what can’t legitimate democratic governments do? Be sure to give examples from the clip.
- watch the first 5 minutes to understand Locke’s ideas on property and the state of nature
- from 28:00 to 41:00 — Locke on leaving the state of nature & collective consent
- from 47:00 to 51:45 — this section discusses Locke’s key idea on what legitimate government can’t do
Here is the grading Rubric
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcomewhy leave state of natureExplain why people want to leave the “state of nature.” Give an example from the clip.
| 4.0 pts
Full Marks |
0.0 pts
No Marks |
4.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCollective ConsentExplains Locke’s argument regarding collective consent – specifically, why can the government make us pay taxes (or be drafted) even if we don’t want to pay them? Give examples from the clip.
| 6.0 pts
Full Marks |
0.0 pts
No Marks |
6.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWhat can’t legitimate governments do?According to Locke, what can’t legitimate democratic governments do (pay attention to the section around 47-51 minutes)? Be sure to give examples from the clip.
| 6.0 pts
Full Marks |
0.0 pts
No Marks |
6.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSpelling/Grammar/Organization
| 4.0 pts
Full Marks |
0.0 pts
No Marks |
4.0 pts
Total Points: 20.0