WH2.4C Enlightenment in America REVIEW

According to Rousseau's idea of the social contract, what is the main purpose of government?

• To serve the people

• To increase the power of the monarchy

• To control trade

• To expand territory

Which document includes the phrase "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness" as influenced by Enlightenment ideas?

• Declaration of Independence

• U.S. Constitution

• Bill of Rights

• Federalist Papers

How did Enlightenment thinkers influence the formation of American government?

• They inspired Americans to reject monarchy and build a government by the people

• They encouraged Americans to support absolute monarchy

• They promoted the idea of a theocracy

• They suggested that only the wealthy should rule

If a government fails to serve the people, what did Rousseau believe should happen?

• The government can be changed

• The government should become a monarchy

• The people should have no say

• The government should increase taxes

Who is credited with the concept of separation of powers, which is found in the U.S. Constitution?

• Montesquieu

• Kant

• Voltaire

• Hobbes

The concept of the "general will," which is seen in democratic voting and lawmaking, was introduced by which philosopher?

• Rousseau

• Kant

• Montesquieu

• Hobbes

Which Enlightenment idea is reflected in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution?

• Free speech and religion

• Separation of powers

• General will

• Natural rights

Which Enlightenment thinker influenced the Declaration of Independence?

• Locke

• Montesquieu

• Voltaire

• Rousseau

Who is associated with the idea of the three branches of government in the U.S. Constitution?

• Montesquieu

• Locke

• Voltaire

• Rousseau

Which Enlightenment thinker's ideas are reflected in the phrase "We the People..." in the U.S. Constitution?

• Rousseau

• Locke

• Montesquieu

• Voltaire