Read the quote from John Locke."…no one [or government] ought to harm another in his life, health, liberty, or possessions…and may not, unless it be to do justice on an offender, take away, or impair the life, or what tends to the preservation of the life, liberty, health, limb, or goods of another…"According to the quote, Locke believed that government’s main purpose is to
Answer
A
protect and preserve rights of the people.
B
make laws that restrict people’s rights.
C
protect people from themselves.
D
make sure all groups are represented.
Explanation
Locke says that no person or government should harm another’s life, liberty, health, or possessions. This means government’s main purpose is to protect and preserve people’s rights. The quote does not say that government should generally restrict people’s rights or ensure representation for different groups.
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