As British rule began to feel more and more oppresive, Americans began reconsidering their relationship with Britain and expressing their ideas in writing. Compare and Contrast Common Sense with the Declaration of Independence.

John locke viewed the social contract as a choice or "consent of the governed", where the people possess the power to change government. how did thomas hobbes see the social contract? man is born in chains, but can be set free through good deeds. man is born happy, but becomes more miserable as he ages. man is born poor, but can rely on other individuals for security. man is born selfish, but can give up some freedom in return for security provided by the government.

Why were the chang and xi rivers important to china’s development? a. they keep invaders out. c. they kept china isolated. b. they provided a route for ships to travel inland. d. they provided boundaries for the different political sections

5. which of martin luther's disagreements with the catholic church do you think were most influenced by the renaissance idea of humanism? why?