Flashcard on the Renaissance and Enlightenment

Front

What was the Renaissance primarily known for?

Back

Rebirth of culture and learning

Front

Which period laid the foundations for the Age of Enlightenment? Options: The Dark Ages, The Industrial Revolution, The Renaissance, The Middle Ages

Back

The Renaissance

Front

What was the Age of Enlightenment also known as?

Back

The Age of Reason

Front

What did Enlightenment thinkers believe was the key to understanding the world? Options: Superstition, Noble decrees, Church doctrine

Back

Logical thought

Front

What does 'to enlighten' mean?

Back

To shine a light on

Front

What was Thomas Hobbes' view on government?

Back

Government should have absolute power (people are evil)

Front

What document did King John sign in 1215 AD?

Back

The Magna Carta

Front

What did John Locke believe was the sole purpose of government?

Back

To protect citizens' natural rights

Front

What are 'unalienable rights' according to Thomas Jefferson?

Back

Rights that cannot be taken (given by God)