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The Enlightenment Philosophy Overview

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What was the main reason most French people did not question the way their country was run?

They were satisfied with the way things were.

They were too busy with their daily lives.

They were afraid of the consequences.

They were not educated enough to understand. (correct)

Which of the following BEST describes the raison or 'reason' that the Philosophes embraced?

A rejection of all forms of government authority.

A preference for emotional reasoning over rational thought.

A reliance on logic and critical thinking to understand the world. (correct)

A belief in the power of faith and tradition.

What was the main goal of the Philosophes?

To create a new social order based on equality.

To promote the arts and sciences.

To overthrow the monarchy and establish a democracy.

To spread their ideas and influence public opinion. (correct)

How did the writings of the Philosophes influence the French people?

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The image accompanying the text MOST LIKELY depicts:

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Philosophes

A group of educated thinkers in 18th-century France who questioned societal norms.

Raison

A French term meaning 'reason'; a key concept for Enlightenment thinkers.

Public Opinion

The collective preferences or attitudes of the public towards issues or reforms.

Influence of Writings

The impact that the philosophical writings had on public thoughts and beliefs.

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Reforms Needed

Changes proposed to improve or correct societal issues based on philosophical discussions.

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The majority of French people did not question the way their country was run.
They had no other way of life.
During the 18th century, a small group of educated people, called Philosophes (thinkers), began to question the situation.
They shared a way of thinking called reason.
They questioned everything and tested ideas.
They started writing before Louis XVI came to power.
Even after their deaths, their writings influenced public opinion.
People started agreeing that they wanted reform.

Philosophy

Philosophy is the pursuit of knowledge, truth, and justice.
Questioning the big picture of life.

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Explore the key ideas of the Enlightenment period, focusing on the role of Philosophes and their quest for reason and reform. Understand how their questioning of society influenced public opinion and paved the way for future changes in governance. This quiz delves into the intellectual movements that shaped the 18th century.