In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson’s statement that “all men are created equal” is similar to which theorist’s belief that government is based on the “consent of the governed”?

a.John Adams
b.John Locke
c.Joseph Ellis
d.John Hancock
e.James Madison


Answer: b.John Locke

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