Which of John Locke's idea most directly influences the declaration of independence?

A. the control of monarchs by a legislature

B. the idea that monarchism is outdated

C. a lack of reverence for the monarchy

D. the division of nations into states

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Spencer Ramsey

5 April, 19:49

Which of John Locke's idea most directly influences the declaration of independence?

A. the control of monarchs by a legislature

B. the idea that monarchism is outdated

C. a lack of reverence for the monarchy

D. the division of nations into states

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Byron Snow · Answer 1

The correct answer is B. the idea that monarchism is outdated. Why? Locke was heavily in favor of classical liberalism, and supported a government model that was based on representative democracy, rather than a single ruler.

Which of John Locke's idea most directly influences the declaration of independence?A. the control of monarchs by a legislatureB. the idea that monarchism is outdatedC. a lack of reverence for the monarchyD. the division of nations into states

Which of John Locke's idea most directly influences the declaration of independence?

A. the control of monarchs by a legislature

B. the idea that monarchism is outdated

C. a lack of reverence for the monarchy

D. the division of nations into states