Seminar Topic: Hobbes/Locke & LOTF

The theme and moral of Lord of the Flies is described by Golding as follows:

"The theme is an attempt to trace the defects of society back to the defects of human nature. The moral is that the shape of a society must depend on the ethical nature of the individual and not on any political system however apparently logical or respectable."

After considering the theme and moral of Lord of the Flies, does the story show MORE of Hobbes's view of human nature & government or does it show MORE of Locke's view of human nature and government? Be sure to state your idea clearly and prove your answer by discussing why.

 

 

On the wikispace, there is a graphic organizer to assist you in preparation.  This should be completed and brought to class for me to collect.  You should complete 2 of these, 1 for Locke and 1 for Hobbes. 

Locke...

Today in class you learned:

State of nature:  characterized by perfect freedom and equality--but restricted by the Law of Nature

Law of Nature:  Reason-->teaches us not to harm ourselves or others in health, life, liberty, and possessions.  We all have this.

Therefore, if we all possess the instinctual law of nature, then why would people want to leave the state of nature?  Is there a danger?  If so, what is the danger?

Be prepared to discuss this question by writing out your thoughts. 

Then answer Interpretive Questions 2 & 3. 

Monday's homework...

For tomorrow, please read Of Civil Government, by John Locke.  Take notes in your notebook (computer).  Be ready for a potential DIRT tomorrow!

For English, along with your assigned vocab and reading, please complete the crossword puzzle below...

http://www.armoredpenguin.com/crossword/Data/2012.12/0310/03105325.546.html