The Enlightenment (1700s)

The Enlightenment (1700s)

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History

10th Grade

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Nancy Miller

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What was the Enlightenment?

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(1700s) The Enlightenment was the period in European history when reason (logic) was used to understand and improve society.

*Often called 'The Age of Reason.'

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What did Enlightenment philosophers believe about society?

Back

They believed society could be improved by using reason (logic) and natural law (universal rules that are always true).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where did Enlightenment philosophers believe governments receive their authority?

Back

They believed governments receive their authority from the people, not from God.

4.

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Front

What type of government did Enlightenment philosophers support?

Back

They believed in democracy, a government where the people have a say.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a key connection between the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment?

Back

Both encouraged the spread of new ideas and the use of reason.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was John Locke and what did he believe?

Back

John Locke believed that all people have natural rights (the right to life, liberty, and property) and that people have the right to overthrow governments that fail to protect these rights.

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was Baron de Montesquieu's belief about government power?

Back

He believed that power in government should be divided into three branches (executive, legislative, judicial) to prevent kings from being too strong, ensuring a separation of powers and a system of checks and balances.

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