16. In this lesson, you explored the rise of several distinct civilizations in Mesopotamia and Egypt. (12 points) How did geographic conditions shape these civilizations? Write an essay in which you
consider the benefits and the challenges of geography for the Mesopotamian and Egyptian
empires.

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.