The Age of Enlightenment

What was the Age of Enlightenment also known as?

• The Age of Reason

• The Age of Science

• The Age of Religion

• The Age of Tradition

Who was a major contributor to the Enlightenment known for his ideas on natural rights?

• John Locke

• Voltaire

• Montesquieu

• Isaac Newton

What did Voltaire advocate for in his writings?

• Freedom of speech and religion

• Natural rights

• Separation of powers

• Scientific revolution

Which philosopher introduced the idea of separation of powers?

• Montesquieu

• John Locke

• Voltaire

• Rousseau

What concept did Montesquieu believe would prevent any one group from becoming too powerful?

• Separation of powers

• Natural rights

• Freedom of speech

• Rational thought