Enlightenment Ideas and Government Principles

Ms. Thomas prepares students for the EOC by focusing on Enlightenment ideas and their influence on the Founding Fathers. Key philosophers like Locke and Montesquieu are discussed, highlighting their impact on government concepts such as natural law, individual rights, and the social contract. Montesquieu's separation of powers is explained to prevent government corruption. Ricky provides a recap and tips for understanding these concepts.

What was the primary shift in thinking during the Enlightenment period?

• From superstition to science

• From democracy to monarchy

• From reason to emotion

• From science to superstition

Which Enlightenment philosopher is known for the concept of natural rights?

• Locke

• Montesquieu

• Newton

• Rousseau

Who was most influenced by Montesquieu's ideas when writing the Constitution?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

What is the basis of natural law according to Enlightenment thinkers?

• Cultural traditions

• Divine origin

• Scientific discoveries

• Government decrees

Which of the following is NOT considered an individual right by Locke?

• Life

• Wealth

• Property

• Liberty

According to Locke, what should people do if the government fails to protect their rights?

• Accept the situation

• Appeal to the king

• Form a new government

• Ignore the government

What is the main purpose of the social contract?

• To promote anarchy

• To abolish individual rights

• To define the rights and duties of the governed and government

• To establish a monarchy

What is the primary goal of separating powers in government?

• To increase government efficiency

• To simplify laws

• To centralize authority

• To prevent corruption

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

• Federal

What concept ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?

• Checks and balances

• Monarchy

• Divine right

• Social contract