Enlightenment and Changes in European History

What century did the 'little ice age' occur that was mentioned in the introduction?

• 19th century

• 17th century

• 16th century

• 18th century

Which natural disaster in Lisbon was discussed as having theological interpretations?

• Hurricane

• Earthquake

• Tsunami

• Volcano

What does the Enlightenment period emphasize apart from scientific theories?

• Military strategies

• Social and economic aspects

• Artistic expressions

• Religious doctrines

Which commodity was mistakenly thought to be used as pie filling by an English housewife?

• Tea

• Chocolate

• Coffee

• Tobacco

Who wrote the 'Persian Letters' that critiqued European society?

• Voltaire

• Rousseau

• Montesquieu

• Kant

What novel by Rousseau describes a natural upbringing in the countryside?

• Persian Letters

• The Social Contract

• Emile

• Candide

What was a major theme of the Enlightenment salons hosted by women?

• Literary critiques

• All of the above

• Scientific discussions

• Fashion trends

What did the Encyclopedie emphasize in its articles?

• Royal genealogies

• Classical myths

• Religious reverence

• Social and political reform

Which philosopher promoted reason over religion?

• Voltaire

• Hume

• Smith

• Rousseau

What did Adam Smith advocate for in 'The Wealth of Nations'?

• Free trade

• Agricultural economy

• Mercantilism

• Absolutism