Chapter 13.6 & 13.8 The Scientific Revolution & Enlightenment
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Which of the following accurately describes the contributions of Isaac Newton to the Scientific Revolution?

  • Formulated the three laws of motion and universal law of gravitation. (correct)
  • Created the printing press to disseminate scientific ideas.
  • Challenged the Church's authority over scientific inquiry.
  • Introduced the heliocentric model of the universe.

    • What was the significance of the telescope in the context of the Scientific Revolution?

  • It facilitated the observation of celestial bodies, supporting the heliocentric model. (correct)
  • It was essential in proving the geocentric model.
  • It was the first tool used in human anatomy dissection.
  • It confirmed the existence of invisible planets.

    • Which thinker is associated with the concept of 'tabula rasa' in Enlightenment philosophy?

  • Rousseau
  • Montesquieu
  • John Locke (correct)
  • Voltaire

    • The separation of powers, as advocated by Montesquieu, primarily aims to prevent which of the following?

    <p>Tyranny and the dominance of one branch of government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assertion best describes the contributions of Galileo Galilei during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>He confirmed the heliocentric model but later recanted his findings under pressure from the Church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Enlightenment philosopher is known for advocating for women's rights and education?

    <p>Mary Wollstonecraft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Laissez-faire' economics emphasize according to Adam Smith's ideas?

    <p>Minimal government intervention in economic affairs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the printing press play during the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment?

    <p>It facilitated the spread of knowledge and ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosophy asserts that knowledge comes from reason, observation, and empirical data?

    <p>Rationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What social contract theory suggests the people are in power and can reform or replace government?

    <p>Rousseau's social contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key principle did Enlightenment thinkers advocate regarding the role of government?

    <p>To protect the natural rights of individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher argued that individuals must cede some natural rights for the sake of the general will?

    <p>Jean-Jacques Rousseau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant impact of Enlightenment ideas on governments not respecting the social contract?

    <p>Support for revolutionary actions against tyrannical governments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of government structure did Enlightenment thinkers find particularly attractive from ancient Greece?

    <p>Democracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which idea is most closely associated with Locke's political philosophy?

    <p>The necessity of life, liberty, and property rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did the rule of law challenge during the Enlightenment?

    <p>The belief in absolute monarchy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Cesare Beccaria's main focus in his reform efforts?

    <p>Criminal justice reform.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Hobbes' Leviathan theory suggest about the nature of government?

    <p>Strong governments arise out of the need to protect people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Enlightenment thinkers believe about the power of citizens within a state?

    <p>Ordinary people form the foundation of government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the concept of enlightened absolutism?

    <p>Governments adopting Enlightenment philosophy while maintaining royal power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant limitation of Enlightenment thinking regarding rights?

    <p>Full rights only granted to elite members of society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who among the following is recognized for their work on the social contract theory?

    <p>Rousseau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did ancient Greek and Roman philosophy play in the Enlightenment?

    <p>Informed and inspired ideas about citizenship and governance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Enlightenment thinkers argue should be the basis for legitimate government?

    <p>The consent of the governed and protection of rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'tabula rasa' refer to in the context of John Locke's philosophy?

    <p>The idea that individuals are born with a blank slate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher is credited with the concept of separation of powers within government?

    <p>Montesquieu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle of laissez-faire as described by the Physiocrats?

    <p>Individuals should pursue their own economic self-interests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main goal of the Enlightenment intellectuals regarding society?

    <p>To apply reason and scientific method to improve it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Voltaire, how was the universe conceptualized in the religious philosophy of deism?

    <p>As a machine created and set in motion by a clockmaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant text did Diderot edit that aimed to change public thinking?

    <p>The Encyclopedia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Enlightenment thinkers view the role of government based on natural law?

    <p>As a mechanism to uphold individual rights and freedoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Adam Smith argued that the pricing of goods should be determined by which of the following?

    <p>Market interactions between people and businesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Montesquieu believe was crucial for preventing any person or group from gaining excessive power?

    <p>A separation of government branches with checks and balances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best characterizes the Enlightenment's approach to religion?

    <p>Emphasis on rational criticism and religious toleration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Enlightenment thinker is associated with the idea that the physical world operates like a 'world machine' governed by natural laws?

    <p>Isaac Newton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following did Enlightenment thinkers NOT typically believe in?

    <p>The effectiveness of supernatural explanations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social science field emerged from Enlightenment thinkers' application of natural laws?

    <p>Political science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Enlightenment intellectuals advocate for in regards to government intervention in the economy?

    <p>Minimal involvement to allow free market principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ruler is known for expanding the Prussian army while maintaining serfdom?

    <p>Frederick II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change did Joseph II implement that was largely unpopular?

    <p>Ended serfdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary reason Catherine II did not pursue enlightened reforms?

    <p>Need for support from the nobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did salons play in the spread of Enlightenment ideas?

    <p>They facilitated conversations among diverse social groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one economic impact of the printing revolution during the Enlightenment?

    <p>Greater availability of books for the middle class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which writer is considered a significant advocate for women's rights during the Enlightenment?

    <p>Mary Wollstonecraft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the policies of Joseph II in contrast to Maria Theresa?

    <p>Implementation of sweeping reforms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event is associated with rebellion during Catherine II's reign?

    <p>Emelian Pugachev's Rebellion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a shared consequence of the policies of enlightened absolutism?

    <p>Increased tax burden on the peasantry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant historical development occurred around the late 1760s in relation to Enlightenment ideas?

    <p>Emergence of a new generation of philosophes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which idea was central to the Enlightenment's view on governance?

    <p>Human rights should be universal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a result of the expansion of print media during the Enlightenment?

    <p>Creation of the modern novel genre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the philosophes view war amidst the changes of the Enlightenment?

    <p>As a waste of resources and lives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual is credited with creating the scientific method based on inductive reasoning?

    <p>Francis Bacon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primary innovation allowed for improved land surveying and navigation during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>Telescope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientific instrument measures air pressure?

    <p>Barometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle explains why planetary bodies continue in elliptical orbits around the sun?

    <p>Universal law of gravitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who employed the vacuum chamber to explore respiration and combustion?

    <p>Robert Boyle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which invention significantly contributed to the documentation and sharing of scientific information?

    <p>Printing press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Johannes Kepler's laws of planetary motion support regarding nature?

    <p>Mechanical forces can be expressed through mathematics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these elements was NOT a focus during scientific investigations in the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>Mythology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who proposed the view that all men are born with natural rights?

    <p>John Locke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major contribution of Isaac Newton to the field of science?

    <p>Development of calculus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of forming scientific societies during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>To gather and debate scientific work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which accomplishment is NOT attributed to Andreas Vesalius?

    <p>Discovering the structure of DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mathematics played a crucial role in the Scientific Revolution by enabling scientists to:

    <p>Construct and solve equations for observation analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant influence of Enlightenment thinkers on politics?

    <p>The emphasis on individual self-governance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which architectural style was emphasized in the construction of new palaces in Eighteenth-century Europe?

    <p>Italian Baroque.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theme does the rococo style predominantly emphasize?

    <p>Grace, charm, and gentle action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was a significant political figure in the movement against slavery in Britain?

    <p>William Wilberforce.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two composers are noted as innovators during the Classical era of music?

    <p>Franz Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Enlightenment ideas play concerning individual rights?

    <p>They contributed to the belief in natural, individual rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element is prominent in the paintings of Antoine Watteau?

    <p>Scenes of upper-class pleasure and melancholy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant change in the approach to music composition during the Enlightenment?

    <p>Musicians began writing for public concerts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Enlightenment influence the concept of church and state?

    <p>It encouraged the separation of church and state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which style emerged by the 1730s that highlighted delicate designs and secular themes?

    <p>Rococo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic did Balthasar Neumann's architectural works embody?

    <p>Fusion of secular and spiritual elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of rococo art?

    <p>The celebration of aristocratic leisure and charm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Enlightenment thinkers criticize regarding traditional authority?

    <p>The absolute authority of monarchs and religious leaders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which palace is noted for its significant impact on 18th-century European architecture?

    <p>The Palace of Versailles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept became a major focus for political movements inspired by Enlightenment thought?

    <p>Revolution against unjust authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did Montesquieu advocate that significantly influenced government structure?

    <p>Separation of powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher is known for challenging the authority of the Church during the Enlightenment?

    <p>Voltaire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of Diderot's significant work during the Enlightenment?

    <p>A collection of knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Rousseau's 'social contract' theorize the relationship between individual liberty and community welfare?

    <p>Individuals must sacrifice personal interests for community welfare.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which artistic style that emerged during the Enlightenment emphasized grace and delicacy?

    <p>Rococo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What economic doctrine asserted that government should not interfere with business?

    <p>Laissez-faire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historical document reflects the influence of Enlightenment ideas on modern governance?

    <p>U.S. Constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant challenge did Galileo's observations create for the prevailing views of the universe?

    <p>It prompted questions about the nature of heavenly bodies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who proposed that the universe is sun-centered, challenging the geocentric view?

    <p>Nicolaus Copernicus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Kepler ascertain about the orbits of planets in his laws of planetary motion?

    <p>Orbits are elliptical and not circular.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a common reason for the Church's opposition to Galileo's heliocentric model?

    <p>It contradicted the theological views of the universe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which figure from the Scientific Revolution is credited with defining the laws of motion?

    <p>Isaac Newton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature of the Enlightenment contributed to its spread among the populace?

    <p>The printing press and an increasingly literate society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of Mary Wollstonecraft in the Enlightenment?

    <p>She advocated for women's rights based on their capability to reason.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary contribution of Blaise Pascal in the field of physics?

    <p>Formulating Pascal's Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Robert Boyle's major achievement in chemistry?

    <p>Conducting controlled experiments on gas properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fundamental principle did René Descartes introduce that influenced the separation of mind and matter?

    <p>Rationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Francis Bacon's scientific method is primarily characterized by which of the following processes?

    <p>Inductive reasoning from specific observations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately reflects Descartes's view on existence?

    <p>Existence can be doubted but conscious thought affirms it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Francis Bacon's primary goals related to the scientific method?

    <p>Enhancing human utility through scientific knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist is recognized as the founder of modern chemistry for his work on the naming system of elements?

    <p>Antoine Lavoisier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is specifically associated with the theory of empiricism in scientific inquiry?

    <p>Knowledge obtained through direct observation and experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Descartes believe to be the relationship between mind and body?

    <p>They are separate entities that can exist independently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Bacon propose scientists should approach the natural world?

    <p>By using systematic observation and experimentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant factor that challenged the scientific views of the Middle Ages?

    <p>Rediscovery of ancient texts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What belief did the Ptolemaic system uphold regarding the structure of the universe?

    <p>Earth is at the center, and heavenly bodies rotate around it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes Galileo Galilei's contributions to astronomy?

    <p>He made pioneering observations using a telescope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major consequence of the invention of the printing press during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>It accelerated the dissemination of new scientific ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law introduced by Kepler contradicted the Ptolemaic system's view of planetary motion?

    <p>The orbits of the planets are elliptical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did mathematics influence the perspective of Renaissance thinkers about the universe?

    <p>It was considered crucial for navigation and military science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher's heliocentric theory faced significant dismissal from contemporaries?

    <p>Nicolaus Copernicus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of 'prime mover' in the Ptolemaic system?

    <p>It was the outermost sphere causing movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influence did the works of ancient mathematicians have during the Renaissance?

    <p>They fostered a new respect for scientific reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which was a primary characteristic of the 'natural philosophers' during the Middle Ages?

    <p>They based their knowledge on ancient authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological advancement significantly contributed to new scientific discoveries during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>The printing press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of Galileo's findings posed a challenge to the Ptolemaic system?

    <p>The existence of mountains on the moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Copernicus's ideas differ from those of the Ptolemaic system?

    <p>He suggested the sun is the center of the universe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept regarding the universe's organization did Kepler emphasize in his laws?

    <p>Elliptical paths of planetary orbits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason the Catholic Church opposed Galileo's support of the Copernican idea?

    <p>It threatened the Church’s concept of the universe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes Isaac Newton's major contribution to science?

    <p>Definition of the laws of motion and universal gravitation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What common misconception did women face regarding their contributions to science during the 16th to 18th centuries?

    <p>They were barred from formal education, affecting their recognition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about Maria Winkelmann is true based on the content?

    <p>She discovered a comet and worked alongside her husband.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key impact of Newton's laws on the perception of the universe?

    <p>It established the universe as a large, regulated machine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which work by Margaret Cavendish criticized the belief in human mastery over nature?

    <p>Observations Upon Experimental Philosophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Andreas Vesalius known for in the field of medicine?

    <p>Developing the first complete anatomy of human organs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fundamental error did Galen make that affected his teachings in medicine?

    <p>He relied on animal rather than human dissection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the acceptance of the heliocentric idea is accurate?

    <p>It became widely accepted in astronomy by the 1630s and 1640s.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect did Robert Hooke contribute to the study of biology?

    <p>Use of the microscope to study living matter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the advent of the microscope affect scientific understanding?

    <p>It opened up the study of cells and microorganisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one outcome of Isaac Newton's universal law of gravitation?

    <p>It created a basis for future advancements in physics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of German astronomers were women between 1650 and 1710?

    <p>14%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was the classification system for living things created?

    <p>To provide a way to understand different species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher argued that reason is the chief source of knowledge during the Enlightenment?

    <p>René Descartes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of Francis Bacon's contributions to the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>Inductive reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientific invention greatly aided in the observations that supported the heliocentric model?

    <p>Telescope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Montesquieu's advocacy for the separation of powers was primarily designed to prevent which of the following?

    <p>Tyranny in government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did John Locke introduce that refers to the inherent rights of individuals?

    <p>Natural rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Adam Smith's concept of laissez-faire economics suggests what about government involvement in the economy?

    <p>It should have minimal interference.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major change did Diderot's Encyclopedia promote in society?

    <p>Public access to knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher is associated with the idea that governments should be accountable to the people?

    <p>Jean-Jacques Rousseau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The invention of the printing press primarily contributed to which aspect of the Enlightenment?

    <p>Spread of Enlightenment ideas and literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant consequence of the Scientific Revolution on the Church's authority?

    <p>The Church's credibility was challenged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ruler is noted for maintaining serfdom while engaging in some enlightened reforms?

    <p>Frederick II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary reasons Joseph II's reforms failed?

    <p>He ignored the Catholic Church's influence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes Catherine II's approach to government during her reign?

    <p>Prioritized the interests of the Russian nobility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant content did Mary Wollstonecraft argue for regarding women's rights?

    <p>Women are entitled to the same rights as men.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which social class benefited most from the growth of publishing during the Enlightenment?

    <p>The growing middle class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Catherine II's expansionist policies?

    <p>Increase in land for the Russian nobility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily influenced the consolidation of power by enlightened absolutists?

    <p>Strengthening the military and tax resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the literature popular among the emerging reading public during the Enlightenment?

    <p>Comedies and satires with realistic themes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enlightened ruler was most known for being resistant to reforms suggested by philosophes?

    <p>Maria Theresa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event is associated with a significant rebel uprising during Catherine II's reign?

    <p>The Pugachev Rebellion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the goals of salons during the Enlightenment?

    <p>To facilitate discussions on new philosophical ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action did Joseph II take regarding serfdom?

    <p>He abolished it entirely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Enlightenment thinkers typically view the concept of war?

    <p>As a waste of life and resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change did enlightenment ideas bring to the status of religion in government and education?

    <p>Complete separation of religion and state matters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What argument did Mary Wollstonecraft make against the Enlightenment views on gender?

    <p>Gender-based limitations on rights are unjust.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Rousseau argue individuals must do in order to be governed by the general will?

    <p>Cede certain natural rights to the government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What principle does the rule of law emphasize according to Enlightenment thinkers?

    <p>Equality under the law for all individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant role did ancient Greek democracy play in the development of Enlightenment political ideas?

    <p>It highlighted the importance of citizen participation in governance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document's ideas inspired Enlightenment thinkers regarding rights?

    <p>The English Bill of Rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Enlightenment thinkers believe about the relationship between government and natural rights?

    <p>Governments exist primarily to protect individual natural rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did the Enlightenment thinkers challenge regarding authority?

    <p>The divine right to rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher is associated with the idea that laws were created to preserve private property but ultimately enslaved people?

    <p>Jean-Jacques Rousseau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key effect of the Enlightenment's emphasis on the social contract?

    <p>Citizens had the right to revolt against illegitimate governments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ideas was not widely supported by Enlightenment thinkers?

    <p>Immediate full rights for all social classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of enlightened absolutism in the context of the Enlightenment?

    <p>To incorporate Enlightenment ideas while retaining monarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher's ideas included an emphasis on the necessity for certain societal structures to maintain governance?

    <p>Cesare Beccaria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle about representation did Enlightenment thinkers emphasize?

    <p>Governments should reflect the will of the citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a distinct feature of the civic reforms advocated by Enlightenment philosophers?

    <p>Equality before the law for all people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary contribution of Francis Bacon to the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>Introducing the scientific method based on inductive reasoning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Johannes Kepler contribute to the understanding of the universe during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>He formulated the laws of planetary motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did patents play in the advancement of scientific knowledge during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>They protected the economic returns of inventors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which advancement in technology significantly impacted the documentation and dissemination of scientific information?

    <p>The movable-type printing press</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant discovery was made by Andreas Vesalius in the field of medicine?

    <p>The circulation of blood via the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the impact of Newton’s work in physics during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>His laws of motion and universal gravitation established foundational principles for modern physics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following instruments was NOT invented during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>Chronometer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What philosophical idea did René Descartes contribute to the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>The concept of systematic doubt as a path to knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following mathematicians contributed to the development of algebra during the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>François Viète</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What innovation did the Royal Society of London facilitate?

    <p>Promotion of scientific publishing and collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did Enlightenment thinkers associate with the idea that individuals could create a better society through improved environments and experiences?

    <p>Tabula Rasa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant conclusion did William Harvey reach regarding the circulatory system?

    <p>Blood circulates in a closed system driven by the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Enlightenment philosopher emphasized the system of checks and balances within government to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful?

    <p>Montesquieu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did the Scientific Revolution have on traditional medical practices?

    <p>It prompted re-evaluation of many traditional treatments based on scientific findings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area did Enlightenment thinkers believe should be governed by natural laws similar to those discovered in the physical world?

    <p>Human Society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the Scientific Revolution involved the mathematical analysis of observations?

    <p>The development of logarithmic tables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary focus of Diderot's 'Encyclopedia' during the Enlightenment?

    <p>To change the general way of thinking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what manner did Voltaire's views align with Enlightenment principles on religion?

    <p>Belief in deism and religious toleration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Adam Smith, what role should government play in the economic affairs of a society?

    <p>Minimal involvement except for protection, defense, and public works</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic did Enlightenment thinkers primarily reject when forming their views on government?

    <p>Monarchy as a legitimate system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following Enlightenment contributors is best known for challenging religious superstition and advocating for freedom of expression?

    <p>Voltaire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary focus of Enlightenment thinkers regarding individualism?

    <p>Development of self-governing capacities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did the Physiocrats advocate that suggested economic benefits would arise from individuals pursuing self-interest?

    <p>Laissez-faire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Enlightenment influence the relationship between church and state?

    <p>It led to the separation of church and state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosophical movement led intellectuals to believe in the application of reason to all aspects of life, including religion and politics?

    <p>Enlightenment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key idea behind Immanuel Kant's approach to knowledge and scholarship during the Enlightenment?

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    Which artistic style emerged as a significant development during the Enlightenment period?

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    What major work is John Locke known for that discusses the nature of human understanding?

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    What is a key characteristic of the music produced during the Enlightenment?

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    Which political movement was influenced by the Enlightenment ideas regarding individual rights?

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    How did Isaac Newton's ideas influence Enlightenment thinkers regarding human society?

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    What aspect of Enlightenment philosophy did Montesquieu focus on that significantly influenced the U.S. Constitution?

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    Who was a notable abolitionist advocating against slavery in Britain during the Enlightenment?

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    Which architectural element reflects the influence of the Italian baroque style in the 18th century?

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    What was a defining feature of rococo art compared to previous styles?

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    The idea of artists composing music for public consumption during the Enlightenment primarily originated from which country?

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    Which Enlightenment composer is known for his contributions to the Classical era and innovative compositions?

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    Which of the following describes the political impact of Enlightenment thought?

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    Which stylistic transition did Balthasar Neumann's architecture represent?

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    In what way did Enlightenment ideas influence the treatment of human rights?

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    Which emotion is subtly conveyed in Antoine Watteau's painting 'Embarkation for Cythera'?

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    Which thinker is best known for their criticism of religious intolerance and advocacy for free speech?

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    What concept did Rousseau's 'social contract' primarily emphasize?

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    Which social science field was notably influenced by Enlightenment principles, according to the content?

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    Montesquieu's idea of separation of powers served primarily to address concerns over which issue?

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    What principle did Blaise Pascal formulate that describes the behavior of liquids under pressure?

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    What did Mary Wollstonecraft advocate regarding women during the Enlightenment?

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    Which artistic style emerged during the Enlightenment and was characterized by grace and delicacy?

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    What was one main belief of René Descartes regarding the relationship between mind and body?

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    How did the scientific contributions of Galileo Galilei differ from previous views of the cosmos?

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    What significant contribution did Antoine Lavoisier make to modern chemistry?

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    What aspect of Kepler’s contribution to astronomy was significant in challenging earlier models?

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    What economic principle aligns with the idea of 'laissez-faire'?

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    Which concept did Descartes regard as the starting point for his philosophical inquiry?

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    What did Bacon believe was essential for scientists when seeking to understand nature?

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    What aspect of Kepler’s findings directly contradicted the Ptolemaic system?

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    Which significant work by Copernicus introduced the heliocentric concept?

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    How did the printing press impact the spread of scientific ideas?

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    What did Margaret Cavendish criticize in her writings?

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    Study Notes

    Chapter 13.6 The Scientific Revolution

    • The Scientific Revolution: Challenged existing ideas, emphasized mathematics, and used reason, observation, and empirical data.
    • Geocentric System: Earth-centered universe, supported by the Church because God created earth and therefore it should be the center of the universe. Used by the Church to maintain power.
    • Heliocentric System: Sun-centered universe, proposed by Copernicus and confirmed by Galileo.
    • Nicolaus Copernicus: Proposed a heliocentric model, challenging the geocentric idea.
    • Johannes Kepler: Discovered that planetary orbits are elliptical, not circular.
    • Galileo Galilei: Confirmed the heliocentric model. Recanted writings under Church pressure, but his ideas were later accepted (accepted and shared about 30 years later).
    • Obstacles to the Scientific Revolution: Primarily the Church's resistance to new ideas.
    • Isaac Newton: Developed laws of motion and universal gravitation, unifying several discoveries.
    • Scientific Inventions: Telescope (improved land surveying, military reconnaissance, and navigation; allowed study of objects in space), microscope (study plants, cells, bacteria), human dissection for anatomy leading to the understanding and correcting errors of Galen's 4 bodily sections), printing press, crucial for spreading new ideas.
    • René Descartes: Father of modern rationalism, believed reason is the chief source of knowledge, emphasizing reason, observation, and empirical data.
    • Francis Bacon: Developed the scientific method: Issue, Hypothesis, Observation, Analyze, Experiment, Inductive reasoning from observation, Empiricism from repeated experimentation.
    • Commercial Revolution: Economics involved patents (protecting ideas to generate royalties and control production)
    • Ptolemaic System: Earth-centered view of the universe, with planets on spheres rotating around Earth (spheres: concentric).

    Chapter 13.8 The Enlightenment

    • Philosophes/Philosophers: Discussed politics and economics, sought reforms, applying natural laws to society (government and economics).
    • John Locke: Argued for natural rights, tabula rasa (blank mind). Emphasized every person born with natural rights.
    • Montesquieu: Advocated separation of powers (three branches, to prevent tyranny), influencing the U.S. Constitution.
    • Voltaire: Promoted religious toleration, championed Deism (reason-based religion), a religious philosophy based on reason and natural law (God is like a clock maker and set earth to move according to natural laws).
    • Diderot: Edited the Encyclopedia, spreading knowledge and promoting reform, to "change the general way of thinking."
    • Rousseau: Developed the social contract theory, advocating that the people hold power (social contract between citizens and the government).
    • Mary Wollstonecraft: Advocated for women's education and rights, challenging Enlightenment thinkers' views of women. Challenged the idea of women having to obey men.
    • Adam Smith: Introduced laissez-faire economics (minimal government intervention), also wrote Wealth of Nations, explained that market pricing should be guided solely by the interactions between people and businesses without government interference.

    Key Enlightenment Concepts

    • Separation of Powers: Power divided among three branches of government (executive, legislative, and judicial).
    • Deism: Religious view emphasizing reason and natural law.
    • Social Contract: Agreement between citizens and government, where power is vested in the people.
    • Laissez-faire Economics: Minimizing government interference in the economy.

    Additional Notes

    • Enlightenment Goals: Applying the scientific method to all aspects of life, hoping to create a better society, with an emphasis on hope, reason, and progress.
    • Enlightenment Influences: John Locke's ideas on natural rights, Isaac Newton's view of a regulated universe, and the emphasis on mathematics and observation from the Scientific Revolution.
    • Impact of the Enlightenment: Influenced political reforms and revolutions, such as the American and French Revolutions.
    • Women and the Enlightenment: Mary Wollstonecraft was a prominent thinker who challenged the Enlightenment view of women and advocated for women's rights.
    • Enlightenment and Culture: Rococo art style emphasized grace, charm, and gentle action; advancements in music included Haydn and Mozart.
    • Role of Philosophes: Apply natural laws to society, mainly government and economics.
    • Scientific Method: Systematic procedure for collecting and analyzing evidence; crucial to the development of science.
    • Rationalism: Belief that reason is the chief source of knowledge.
    • Empiricism: Knowledge is achieved through observation, coupled with experimentation and inductive reasoning.
    • Natural Rights: Rights to "life, liberty, and property" (Locke).
    • Social sciences: Areas such as economics and political science, exploring natural laws underlying human life.
    • Laissez-Faire: Doctrine that government should not interfere in the economy.
    • Patents: Protecting intellectual property to incentivize innovation.
    • Royalties: Income generated from patents.
    • Scientific societies: Gatherings (Royal Society of London, Academy of Sciences in Paris) to share, discuss, and debate scientific work.
    • Spread of Ideas: Growth of reading (newspapers, coffeehouses, salons), including works from novelists like Henry Fielding and plays such as those by Molière, also influenced by spreading knowledge with the printing press.
    • Women's Contributions: Maria Winkelmann's contributions to astronomy and Margaret Cavendish's critique of the human mastery of nature (Observations Upon Experimental Philosophy).
    • Impact of Scientific Revolution: Also fostered changes in culture (architecture, visual arts, music --Rococo, Classical music) and inspired new ideas about religion, politics and government.
    • Enlightened Absolutism: Rulers who tried to govern by Enlightenment principles (with limitations)
    • Key figures of Scientific Revolution: Descartes, Bacon, Copernicus, Kepler, Galileo, Newton,
    • Impact of the Scientific Revolution: Encouraged new ways of thinking beyond science, influenced ideas about religion, politics, culture, promoted observation, experimentation, and mathematical analysis; challenged long held beliefs about humanity's place in the universe – this affected modern thought.
    • Scientific breakthroughs: Advances in astronomy, medicine, and chemistry during the Scientific Revolution.
    • Isaac Newton's Laws of Motion: Three laws of motion; Law 3: To any action there is always an opposite and equal reaction; in other words the actions of two bodies upon each other are always equal and always opposite in direction.

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