Scientific Revolution & Enlightenment Quiz

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Who supported the geocentric theory of the universe?

Copernicus

Aristotle (correct)

Galileo

Isaac Newton

What is the concept of 'general will' associated with Rousseau's Social Contract theory?

The collective interest of the community. (correct)

The absolute power of the government.

The will of a single individual.

The preferences of the ruling elite.

What major impact did Isaac Newton's world machine have on science?

It rejected the use of observation and experimentation.

It promoted the idea of random chaos in the universe.

It aligned scientific discovery with blind faith.

It established the universe as a predictable, mechanistic system. (correct)

How did Montesquieu propose to safeguard liberty in government?

By creating three separate branches of government. Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about Galileo's published works?

They combined observation and experimentation. Signup and view all the answers

What was Voltaire primarily advocating for in his works?

Civil liberties and religious tolerance. Signup and view all the answers

How did Bacon’s scientific method change the approach to studying the universe?

It emphasized systematic reasoning and experimentation. Signup and view all the answers

What is rationalism primarily concerned with?

Reason and logic as primary sources of knowledge. Signup and view all the answers

What role did travel literature play in shaping religious views during the Enlightenment?

It exposed people to diverse cultural perspectives. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of Diderot's Encyclopédie?

Promoting Enlightenment philosophies and ideas. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the scientific revolution contribute to the rise of Enlightenment thought?

It inspired the application of reason and evidence to society. Signup and view all the answers

How does Adam Smith's concept of the 'invisible hand' function in a free market?

It allows individuals' self-interest to promote public good. Signup and view all the answers

What did John Locke argue regarding the social contract?

It emphasizes government by consent of the governed. Signup and view all the answers

What characterized baroque art in the 18th century compared to its 17th-century origins?

It evolved into a lighter and more playful style. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Catholic Church oppose heliocentrism during the 16th and 17th centuries?

It viewed heliocentrism as contradictory to Scripture. Signup and view all the answers

What does Neoclassicism emphasize as an artistic movement?

Simplicity, order, and rationality. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Scientific Revolution & Enlightenment

Universe Theories:
- Geocentric: Aristotle, Catholic Church
- Heliocentric: Galileo, Copernicus, Kepler
Newton's Impact:
- Transformed science, showing the universe as a predictable, mechanistic system, advancing physics and technology.
Kant's "Dare to Know":
- Urged courage to understand the universe, even if it challenges established views.
Galileo's Works & Fate:
- Combined observation and experimentation, supporting heliocentrism
- Faced trial for heresy and house arrest.
Bacon's Scientific Method:
- Emphasized observation, experimentation, and systematic reasoning, replacing reliance on tradition and speculation.
Rationalism:
- Belief that reason and logic are primary knowledge sources, not sensory experience.
Science vs. Religion (16th-17th Centuries):
- Scientific discoveries (like heliocentrism) challenged religious teachings, prompting reconciliation.
Catholic Church's Response:
- Opposed scientific ideas, seeing them as contradicting Scripture and threatening authority during religious upheaval.
Scientific Revolution to Enlightenment:
- Scientific emphasis on reason, evidence, and questioning authority inspired Enlightenment thinkers to apply these to society.

Enlightenment Thinkers

John Locke (Environment):
- Argued for natural rights (life, liberty, property), social contract, and government by consent; people could overthrow unjust rulers.
Rousseau (Social Contract, General Will):
- Social Contract theory: legitimate political authority comes from the general will of the people, requiring individuals to submit for common good, even sacrificing personal interests.
Montesquieu (Separation of Powers):
- Advocated separating powers (executive, legislative, judicial) to prevent any branch from becoming too powerful.
Voltaire:
- Focused on civil liberties, freedom of speech, religious tolerance, separation of church and state; critiqued inequality and oppression.

Other Enlightenment Concepts

Travel Literature & Cultural Relativism:
- Exposed people to diverse beliefs, challenging religious superiority and promoting tolerance.
Denis Diderot & Encyclopédie:
- Spread Enlightenment ideas through the widely accessible printing press, promoting reason and secularism.
Adam Smith & Wealth of Nations (Invisible Hand):
- Argued individuals pursuing self-interest in a free market (invisible hand) promote public good, leading to economic prosperity.
Rousseau & Child Rearing:
- Emphasized natural, child-centered education, shifting from strict discipline to fostering curiosity and emotional development.
Salons & Coffeehouses:
- Social spaces for intellectuals to discuss ideas, share knowledge, spreading Enlightenment thought.
Baroque to Rococo Art:
- Baroque was dramatic and ornate, Rococo was lighter, more playful, and elegant, reflecting Enlightenment tastes.
Neoclassicism:
- Artistic movement reviving classical Greek and Roman styles emphasizing simplicity, order, and rationality.
Enlightenment & Crime/Punishment: (This section is incomplete. More information needed from the original text)

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Explore the transformative ideas of the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment in this quiz. Test your knowledge on key figures like Galileo, Newton, and Kant, and their contributions to our understanding of the universe. Delve into the conflicts between science and religion that shaped modern thought.