ML Enlightenment Quiz

What was the name of the new intellectual movement in Europe that stressed reason and the power of individuals to solve problems.

• Medieval Times

• The Enlightenment

• The Crusades

• The Middle Ages

Among the strongest supporters of Enlightenment thinking were philosophers from several European countries such as John Locke (1632–1704) who criticized absolute monarchy as a form of government. What type of government did Locke favor?

• A government of only business orwners

• Self Government

• Dictatorship

• No government at all

According to Locke, all people are born free and equal, with three natural rights — please check all three.

• Money

• Property

• Life

• Liberty

The purpose of the government, said John Locke, is to protect the natural rights of its citizens. What do citizens have a right to do if government does not protect these three natural rights?

• Wait for the next election to happen

• Write letters requesting help to governments from other countries

• Overthrow the government

• Leave the country

Which country did Enlightenment philosopher, the Baron de Montesquieu believe was the best-governed and most politically balanced country of his own day?

• Spain

• Russia

• China

• Britain

In Britain, the members of Parliament held legislative power. They made the laws. The judges of the English courts held judicial power. They interpreted the laws to see how each applied to a specific case. What did the Baron de Montesquieu called this division of power among different branches?

• Naturalism

• Separation of Powers

• Unilateralism

• Absolute Monarchy

The class read about the different types of limits to government power. Which "limit" below emphasizes a written rule book that explains what roles and powers the government has?

• Constitution

• Rule of Law

• Minority Rights

• Consent of the governed

The class read about limits dating back to the Enlightenment that place restrictions on government. Which "limit" looks to protect the rights and opinions of all groups including the small or unpopular group?

• Trial by fire

• Separation of Powers

• Minority Rights

• Consent of the Governed

John Locke argued that people needed to give their consent to the government by voting for people to represent the people. What does consent mean?

• Conflict

• Judgement

• Disapproval

• Permission

The limitation on government that emphasizes everyone must follow the law, including those in power is known as

• Rule of Law

• Separation of Powers

• Minority Rights

• Consent of the governed