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Course: Constitution 101 > Unit 2

Lesson 3: The Divine Right of Kings and Social Contract Theory

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A social contract is a deal between the governors and the governed.

Which of the following is an example of how the social contract plays out in the modern-day?

(Choice A)
Each person has natural rights that they are born with that the government must protect.
(Choice B)
The president agrees to serve after the people vote for the winner in an election.
(Choice C)
The government promises to protect its citizens, and the people agree to serve in the military if needed.
(Choice D)
The Supreme Court agrees to hear cases after being nominated by the president.