Biography: Thomas Hobbes

This biography on Thomas Hobbes focuses on his seminal work, Leviathan. Here, Hobbes argues that the selfish, often violent nature of people necessitates the creation of a strong central authority. Under an unspoken agreement, people agree to give up certain rights in exchange for order and protection.

The biography includes a series of questions based on the reading.

In using this in my own class room, students are encouraged to:

1. Number the paragraphs

2. Read the biography

3. Highlight answers in the reading

4. Use complete sentences

5. Identify the paragraph where they find the answer

The answer key demonstrates these steps.  Academic and content vocabulary words and definitions are included.

For those seeking distance learning options, the biography can be readily converted to a digital activity using Google Slides.

You might also consider a mini-unit I have uploaded on Theories of Government. This unit includes a PowerPoint and graphic organizer, biographies on the philosophers discussed (with the exception of Jean-Jacques Rousseau), and two types of assessments.

Finally, you can purchase the biography as part of a general series I have posted on Amped Up Learning: Biographies in American History OR Biographies in World History.

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