1. In Plato’s ideal society, everyone must accept the profession they are assigned after completing their education, regardless of what they themselves most desire. Why is this, according to Plato, fair?

2. What do you see as the main difference between ancient and modern political thinking? Explain why this difference is important.

3. Briefly explain the following concepts and their connections: contract theory, liberalism and republicanism.

4. Suppose you belong to a minority who disagree with state policy and therefore refuse to comply with its commands. To what extent can such behaviour be justified according to

a) Hobbes?

b) Locke?

c) Rosseau?

5. Hobbes, Locke and Rosseau have very different perceptions of the state of nature. Which of these beliefs do you think is best suited as a basis for a theory of a just state? Justify the answer.