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What was the primary purpose of salons hosted by wealthy Parisian women during the Enlightenment?
What was the primary purpose of salons hosted by wealthy Parisian women during the Enlightenment?
Thomas Hobbes believed in the necessity of government to impose order due to people's selfish nature.
Thomas Hobbes believed in the necessity of government to impose order due to people's selfish nature.
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In which book did Thomas Hobbes outline his views on government and social contract?
In which book did Thomas Hobbes outline his views on government and social contract?
Leviathan
John Locke believed that people are born with natural rights to life, __________, and property.
John Locke believed that people are born with natural rights to life, __________, and property.
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Match the following philosophers with their beliefs:
Match the following philosophers with their beliefs:
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What was the stance of John Locke regarding the authority of monarchs?
What was the stance of John Locke regarding the authority of monarchs?
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According to John Locke, if a government fails to protect natural rights, citizens have the right to overthrow it.
According to John Locke, if a government fails to protect natural rights, citizens have the right to overthrow it.
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What term describes the agreement between society and government that Hobbes proposed?
What term describes the agreement between society and government that Hobbes proposed?
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What was the main purpose of Diderot's Encyclopedia?
What was the main purpose of Diderot's Encyclopedia?
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Mary Wollstonecraft believed that women should only receive enough education to become wives and mothers.
Mary Wollstonecraft believed that women should only receive enough education to become wives and mothers.
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In which year was Adam Smith's book 'The Wealth of Nations' published?
In which year was Adam Smith's book 'The Wealth of Nations' published?
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Voltaire fought for justice, religious toleration, and _______ throughout his life.
Voltaire fought for justice, religious toleration, and _______ throughout his life.
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Match the following thinkers with their contributions:
Match the following thinkers with their contributions:
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Why did the French government attempt to stop the publication of the Encyclopedia?
Why did the French government attempt to stop the publication of the Encyclopedia?
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Laissez-faire economics advocates for significant government regulation of businesses.
Laissez-faire economics advocates for significant government regulation of businesses.
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What did Rousseau believe individuals should do for the benefit of the community?
What did Rousseau believe individuals should do for the benefit of the community?
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Montesquieu believed that the best form of government did not require a separation of powers.
Montesquieu believed that the best form of government did not require a separation of powers.
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Diderot worked on the Encyclopedia for _______ years.
Diderot worked on the Encyclopedia for _______ years.
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Which book did Montesquieu publish in 1748?
Which book did Montesquieu publish in 1748?
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Rousseau's famous quote is, 'Man is born free but everywhere is in __________.'
Rousseau's famous quote is, 'Man is born free but everywhere is in __________.'
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Match the philosopher with their main belief:
Match the philosopher with their main belief:
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What concept became an important part of later democratic governments according to Montesquieu?
What concept became an important part of later democratic governments according to Montesquieu?
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Voltaire was known for his support of injustice and ignorance.
Voltaire was known for his support of injustice and ignorance.
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Why did Voltaire create enemies during his life?
Why did Voltaire create enemies during his life?
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Which reform did Frederick the Great NOT implement during his rule?
Which reform did Frederick the Great NOT implement during his rule?
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Catherine II implemented her proposed reforms without any resistance from the wealthy landowners.
Catherine II implemented her proposed reforms without any resistance from the wealthy landowners.
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What was one significant reform made by Joseph II of Austria?
What was one significant reform made by Joseph II of Austria?
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Catherine II of Russia became a _______ during her reign.
Catherine II of Russia became a _______ during her reign.
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Which philosopher had a significant influence on both Frederick the Great and Catherine II?
Which philosopher had a significant influence on both Frederick the Great and Catherine II?
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Match the enlightened despot with their notable action:
Match the enlightened despot with their notable action:
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What were Catherine II's drafted reforms in Russia regarded as?
What were Catherine II's drafted reforms in Russia regarded as?
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What was the main reason Frederick the Great did not abolish serfdom?
What was the main reason Frederick the Great did not abolish serfdom?
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Which belief drove Enlightenment thinkers to challenge the status quo of society?
Which belief drove Enlightenment thinkers to challenge the status quo of society?
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The Enlightenment primarily promoted acceptance of poverty and ignorance as unchangeable aspects of life.
The Enlightenment primarily promoted acceptance of poverty and ignorance as unchangeable aspects of life.
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Why did philosophers believe reason was important?
Why did philosophers believe reason was important?
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The political views of __________ and Rousseau significantly inspired the American colonists.
The political views of __________ and Rousseau significantly inspired the American colonists.
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Which figure is best known for writing Leviathan?
Which figure is best known for writing Leviathan?
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Match the following philosophers with their main ideas about government:
Match the following philosophers with their main ideas about government:
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An enlightened despot was a ruler who sought to impose their will without consideration for reason.
An enlightened despot was a ruler who sought to impose their will without consideration for reason.
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What was the most significant legacy of the Enlightenment?
What was the most significant legacy of the Enlightenment?
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Study Notes
The Enlightenment
- The Enlightenment movement was fueled by the belief that educated people could solve the world's problems.
- The 1700s saw Parisian salons, hosted by wealthy women, emerge as centers of intellectual discussion.
- These salons brought together philosophers, artists, scientists, and writers to share and debate new ideas.
New Views On Government
- Enlightenment thinkers explored applying reason to improve the human condition.
- These thinkers focused on government organization and its impact on society.
Thomas Hobbes
- Hobbes, influenced by the English civil war, believed people were inherently selfish and greedy.
- He argued for a strong government to maintain order and prevent a "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short" existence.
- He proposed a social contract where people give up freedoms in exchange for government-provided peace and security.
- Hobbes favored absolute monarchy as the most effective form of government, believing a strong, centralized power could enforce law and order.
John Locke
- Locke believed people were naturally happy, tolerant, and reasonable, born with rights to life, liberty, and property.
- He saw government's purpose as protecting these natural rights and argued against divine right monarchy.
- Locke emphasized the importance of fair laws and consent of the governed, as described in his Two Treatises on Government.
- He believed citizens had the right to overthrow a government that failed to protect their natural rights.
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
- Rousseau emphasized the importance of the "general will" – the common good of society – and argued that government should serve this purpose.
- He advocated for a social contract where individuals voluntarily give up some freedoms for the benefit of the community.
- He condemned social inequality and believed all people should be recognized as equal.
Baron de Montesquieu
- Montesquieu argued for a separation of powers within government, with distinct branches for making, carrying out, and interpreting laws.
- He believed this division prevented any single entity from becoming too powerful and advocated for checks and balances.
- He admired the British government's system, although his understanding of it was inaccurate, and his ideas influenced later democratic structures.
New Views On Society
- Other Enlightenment thinkers explored issues of social reform, like religious toleration, women's rights, and economic systems.
Voltaire
- Voltaire, a prominent philosophe, used satire to criticize injustice in government, nobility, and the church.
- He championed justice, religious toleration, and liberty, facing imprisonment and exile for his outspoken views.
Diderot and the Encyclopedia
- Diderot compiled a comprehensive Encyclopedia, encompassing knowledge in art, science, government, and religion.
- This work promoted knowledge and faced censorship due to its criticisms of the church and government.
- The Encyclopedia contributed to the spread of Enlightenment ideas across Europe and North America.
Mary Wollstonecraft
- Wollstonecraft challenged traditional views of women's roles, advocating for equal rights, particularly in education.
- She argued that equal education would lead to equality in society, a radical view at the time.
Adam Smith
- Adam Smith focused on economic systems, arguing for a free market driven by supply and demand.
- He believed in laissez-faire economics, where the government minimally intervenes in the market.
- His ideas resonated with business owners who sought less government regulation.
Enlightened Despots
- While influenced by Enlightenment ideals, some monarchs sought to modernize their rule through reforms.
Prussia
- Frederick II, King of Prussia, implemented reforms such as elementary education, abolition of torture, religious tolerance (except for Jews), and limited attempts to reduce serfdom.
- He sought to strengthen Prussia's power and consolidate his own rule.
Russia
- Catherine II, Empress of Russia, aimed for order and justice while promoting education and culture.
- While influenced by Enlightenment ideas, she ultimately strengthened serfdom and ruled as a tyrant.
Austria
- Joseph II, Emperor of Austria, enacted the most radical reforms, including the abolition of torture and the death penalty, free food and medicine for the poor, religious tolerance, and the abolition of serfdom.
- Resistance from the nobility and the church forced him to revoke some of these reforms before his death.
Legacy of the Enlightenment
- The Enlightenment questioned established beliefs and challenged traditional authority figures.
- It inspired reforms and revolutions, as people embraced the belief that reason could solve problems and improve society.
- The emphasis on individual rights and limited government power influenced the American Revolution.
- While the Enlightenment's successes were limited, its ideas continue to shape modern society's values and institutions.
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This quiz covers key concepts of the Enlightenment movement, focusing on the intellectual discussions that emerged, particularly in Parisian salons. It also explores the views of Thomas Hobbes on government and human nature, including his advocacy for a social contract and absolute monarchy.
