4. Which of the following best describes the concept of the 'state of nature?'

The original state of human beings, in which freedom and equality are absolute.

The condition in which human beings sacrifice their freedom for the protection of the state.

The agreement formed between a government and its subjects to protect each other from external threat.

The condition in which a king has unquestioned power over his subjects.

Read this excerpt from Common Sense

Small islands not capable of protecting themselves, are the proper objects for kingdoms to take under their care, but there is something very absurd, in supposing a continent to be perpetually governed by an island.

Which of the following best describes the rhetorical appeals being used?

◯ A. A mixture of echos and pathos

◯ B. Mostly ethos, no pathos or logos

◯ C. A mixture of pathos and logos

◯ D. Mostly pathos, no logos or echos