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WHH Thomas Hobbes and Leviathan

Warm-up: What does it mean to be in a “state of nature?”

Discussion Round Robin: The first two steps of this activity will be without Mr. McCoy’s involvement. He
will circulate the room to promote active participation. Those who are not
participating will not receive participation points for this activity.

Rules for Discussion: 1. Be respectful

2. Participate
3. Keep it academic
4. Ask questions
5. Be open minded

Partner Discussion Activity (5 minutes): Turn your desks to face each other.

Working with your partner, choose one of the readings to complete. Together, discuss the following…

How does Hobbes define nature?

How does Hobbes view man?

How does man interact with each other according to Hobbes?

Small Group Discussion Activity (10 minutes): Place your desks in a square.

Working with another set of partners, discuss the following…

Why do men compete?

Is there any man that is greater then another?

What does Hobbes’ say men are always doing? How does he explain this?

Class Discussion Activity (As long as necessary): Create a large circle facing in-ward with your desks.

Working with another set of partners, discuss the following…

How does the writing of Hobbes’ reflect the time period?

What does Hobbes’ propose?

Why was Hobbes’ work entitled Leviathan?