Enlightenment Philosophers Quiz
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Who is considered the 'Father of liberal philosophy'?

  • Baron de Montesquieu
  • Voltaire
  • John Locke (correct)
  • Thomas Hobbs
  • Which philosopher believed in a government with tolerance, reason, freedom of belief, and freedom of speech?

  • Jean Jacques Rousseau
  • John Locke
  • Thomas Hobbs
  • Voltaire (correct)
  • Who published a political theory anonymously called The Spirit of the Laws?

  • Beccaria
  • Baron de Montesquieu (correct)
  • Jean Jacques Rousseau
  • Mary Wollstonecraft
  • Who was a pioneer in the field of Criminology and stressed the rights of accused people to fair treatment?

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

    Which art style became popular after the Enlightenment?

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

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    Key Philosophers and Their Contributions

    • John Locke is regarded as the 'Father of liberal philosophy', influencing ideas about personal liberty, government, and democratic principles.
    • Voltaire advocated for government based on tolerance, reason, freedom of belief, and freedom of speech, highlighting the importance of individual rights and civil liberties.

    Significant Works in Political Theory

    • Montesquieu published the influential political work titled The Spirit of the Laws anonymously, which explored the separation of powers and the impact of laws on society.

    Developments in Criminology

    • Cesare Beccaria was a pioneer in criminology, emphasizing the importance of fair treatment for accused individuals and condemning arbitrary punishment, laying the groundwork for modern criminal justice reform.

    Evolution of Art Movements

    • Neoclassicism emerged as a popular art style following the Enlightenment, characterized by a return to classical ideals, simplicity, and symmetry, reflecting Enlightenment values of reason and order.

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    Test your knowledge on influential Enlightenment philosophers such as Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Voltaire. Learn about their political and philosophical ideas that shaped the modern world.

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