Unit 5: Enlightenment and Industrialization

Unit 5: Enlightenment and Industrialization

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did the printing press affect the Scientific Revolution?

Back

The printing press encouraged new ways of thinking by helping to expand the reach of both old writings and new ideas.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why were the scientific breakthroughs of the Scientific Revolution, including microscopes, thermometers, and the theory of heliocentrism, so important?

Back

These breakthroughs helped expand European's knowledge and understanding of the world around them.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did rationalism change society in the Scientific Revolution and beyond?

Back

Rationalism focused on reason and knowledge as the source of truth, moving away from belief based on religion or emotion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did the Enlightenment philosophers Montesquieu and Voltaire change western society?

Back

They challenged the traditional roles of government and the church.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is one reason laissez-faire economics became popular in the Enlightenment?

Back

Laissez-faire economics promoted economic freedom

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why did the Enlightenment lead to new ideas such as the Social Contract Theory and women's rights?

Back

People were increasingly exposed to new philosophies of liberty, equality, and individual rights.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did the Enlightenment affect eighteenth century politics?

Back

Religion became less involved in politics

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