CH. 14-The Enlightenment

The Enlightenment is also known as "The Age of _______."

Enlightened thinkers were often known as ________.

Enlightenment thinkers questioned and often opposed long-established institutions, beliefs, and social order.

A right, such as life or liberty, that a person is born with.

The Enlightenment salons were gatherings organized by wealthy men.

________ published Two Treatises of Government. He asserted that humans were born free and equal with natural rights including life, liberty, and property.

Who proposed the separation of government powers into three branches—legislative, judicial, and executive?

The popular French writer _______ used his books and plays to promote enlightened ideas of social reform.

_____ proposed a social contract between individuals and the society in which they live. In the contract, individuals would agree to work toward the good of the country rather than pursuing only their personal interests.