Module 1: Government Foundations

In this module, you learned about several important aspects of government:

• Governments were established to meet the need for order in a growing society.
• John Locke and Thomas Hobbes greatly contributed to the social contract theory of government.
• Governments are influenced by the way they choose to organize and distribute their power.
• Democracy began in the ancient civilizations of Athens and Rome.
• American democracy shares many similarities with the Roman republic.
• Nations whose citizens enjoy many political freedoms, also tend to enjoy many economic freedoms.

You are now well equipped to further investigate the role of government in today’s society. Apply your newly gained knowledge as you continue your study.