Enlightenment

What is the main focus of the learning objective for Day 1?

• To understand the scientific advancements of the modern era

• To define the Enlightenment and key vocabulary, and identify the historical roots of this time period

• To analyze the political changes during the Renaissance

• To study the geographical discoveries of the 18th century

What was the Enlightenment?

• A movement in France advocating for the monarchy

• A period during the 1600s and 1700s where educated Europeans changed their outlook on life by seeing reason as the key to human progress

• A war fought in Europe for religious freedom

• An artistic movement focusing on emotional expression

What is another name for the Enlightenment?

• The Dark Ages

• The Renaissance

• The Age of Reason

• The Industrial Revolution

What were salons in France during the Enlightenment?

• Fashion shows displaying the latest trends

• Simple meetings of philosophers to discuss ideas

• Governmental assemblies for political decision-making

• Ceremonial gatherings for the aristocracy

What is the definition of a philosopher according to the key vocabulary?

• A person who studies the stars and the universe

• A scholar or thinker

• A political leader during the Enlightenment

• An artist who contributed to cultural movements

What does the term 'Reason' refer to in the context of the Enlightenment?

• The ability to make decisions based on emotions

• Using logical thinking, not superstition

• The divine right of kings to rule

• The traditional beliefs held by the church

What historical movements did the Enlightenment grow out of?

• The Industrial Revolution and the Age of Discovery

• The Renaissance, Reformation, and the Scientific Revolution

• The French Revolution and the American Revolution

• The Middle Ages and the Age of Exploration

What did Enlightenment thinking challenge?

• The authority of monarchs

• The power of the church

• Accepted beliefs

• The structure of society

What was a new approach of the Enlightenment philosophers?

• They wanted to use the ideas and reason of the Scientific Revolution for problems in government and society.

• They aimed to restore the principles of the ancient regimes.

• They focused on religious reforms and spiritual enlightenment.

• They sought to promote the arts and culture over scientific reasoning.

How are the periods of the Renaissance, Reformation, Scientific Revolution, and the Enlightenment similar?

• They all resulted in significant technological advancements.

• They all involved major changes in political leadership.

• They all challenged accepted beliefs.

• They were all periods of economic decline.