Enlightenment

What were natural philosophers known for during the Enlightenment?

• Studying the stars

• Understanding natural phenomena

• Building machines

• Writing poetry

What did John Locke believe about government power?

• It should be absolute

• It should come from the consent of the people

• It should be shared with the church

• It should be inherited

Which philosopher is known for advocating freedom of speech?

• Isaac Newton

• John Locke

• Voltaire

• Montesquieu

What did Montesquieu propose to maintain balance in government?

• A monarchy

• Separation of powers

• A council of elders

• A single ruler

How did Enlightenment ideas influence the American and French revolutions?

• They were used to justify the revolutions

• They were ignored

• They were only partially accepted

• They were rejected