Enlightenment

Which Enlightenment idea, attributed to Montesquieu, influenced the Founding Fathers?

• The divine right of kings.

• Absolute monarchy.

• Separation of powers.

• The social contract.

What were two main goals of the Founding Fathers when creating the United States?

• To expand British colonial rule and establish new trade routes.

• To create a new country and establish a new form of government.

• To maintain traditional European monarchies and suppress individual rights.

• To promote superstition and discourage education.

What was a central focus of the Enlightenment era?

• Maintaining traditional lines of authority and monarchy.

• Emphasizing reason, analysis, and individualism.

• Promoting superstition and ignorance.

• Expanding the power of the clergy.

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What did John Locke believe was the primary purpose of government?

• To enforce religious doctrines.

• To protect citizens' life, liberty, and property.

• To establish a monarchy.

• To control all aspects of human behavior.

What historical event influenced John Locke's views on the dangers of excessive governmental power?

• The French Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The English Civil War

• The Glorious Revolution

According to John Locke's Social Contract theory, what do people gain by transferring some of their power to the government?

• Absolute freedom and unlimited rights

• Increased wealth and social status

• Security and protection of their natural rights

• The right to govern themselves directly

Which of John Locke's core ideas was rephrased by Thomas Jefferson in the Declaration of Independence as "unalienable rights"?

• Social Contract

• Consent of the governed

• Natural Rights

• Life, liberty, and property

What concept did Montesquieu advocate for to prevent any single entity from having too much power in government?

• Absolute Monarchy

• Direct Democracy

• Separation of Powers

• Divine Right of Kings