Question

Which statement explains how Thomas Hobbes view of human nature influenced the way monarchs ruled?

Answer 1

Because human nature was selfish, rulers used their absolute power to prevent social chaos from developing.

Answer 2

He explained that people should have a government that would govern them. This will put peace and order to a society. People through social contract with the government should follow. He further said that people need to be a strong government like a monarchy for self preservation and that the monarchy should have unlimited rights to govern.