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What sparked the English Civil War in the 1600s?

The English monarch clashed with Parliament leaders.

How did the English Civil War affect the Enlightenment?

It caused many people to question the role of government, which sparked the imagination of Enlightenment thinkers.

One of Baron de Montesquieu's key ideas was?

Creating checks and balances.

Which three topics became a major focus of the Enlightenment?

<p>Authority, rights, responsibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best characterizes the ideas of John Locke?

<p>People are naturally reasonable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which movement happened last in Europe?

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

Which statement best characterizes the ideas of Thomas Hobbes?

<p>People are naturally selfish and violent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best characterizes the ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau?

<p>Governments create unequal societies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In France, philosophes discussed Enlightenment ideas in?

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

Which list states events of the Enlightenment in the correct order?

<ol> <li>The English Civil War comes to an end. 2. Locke builds on the ideas of Hobbes. 3. Montesquieu publishes Spirit of Laws. 4. Rousseau publishes The Social Contract.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

The Enlightenment occurred during?

<p>1600's to 1700's.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Enlightenment thinkers questioned traditional ideas about?

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

The major focus of the Enlightenment were these three things?

<p>Authority, rights, and responsibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The movement that happened last in Europe was?

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

This sparked the English Civil War in the 1600's?

<p>The English monarch clashed with the Parliament leaders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

English thinkers rejected the concept of?

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

Thomas Hobbes?

<p>Wrote The Leviathan in 1651.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The statement that best characterizes the ideas of Thomas Hobbes?

<p>People are naturally selfish and violent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In John Locke's Second Treatise of Government what idea does the quote support?

<p>There is a social contract between people and government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

John Locke's ideas are best characterized by?

<p>People are naturally reasonable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A difference between Hobbes and Locke was that?

<p>Hobbes believed life without government was difficult, while Locke believed that people have the right to rebel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The statement that best characterizes the ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau is?

<p>Governments create unequal societies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The events of the Enlightenment?

<ol> <li>English Civil War comes to an end. 2. Locke builds on the ideas of Hobbes. 3. Montesquieu publishes Spirit of Laws. 4. Rousseau publishes The Social Contract.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Baron de Montesquieu was an Enlightenment philosopher from what country?

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

One of Baron de Montesquieu's key ideas was?

<p>Creating checks and balances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

An effect of the Enlightenment in the 1700's was?

<p>A rise in support for representative government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In France, philosophes discussed Enlightenment ideas in?

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

The political effects of the Enlightenment was that?

<p>Some monarchs embraced new ideas from the movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Many Enlightenment ideas were incorporated into?

<p>The founding documents for the United States.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the Enlightenment movement occur?

<p>1600's and 1700's.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Enlightenment thinkers question?

<p>They questioned ideas about government.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What three topics became a major focus of the Enlightenment?

<p>Authority, rights, and responsibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

English Civil War and Enlightenment

  • The English Civil War in the 1600s was sparked by conflicts between the monarch and Parliament leaders.
  • This war prompted individuals to reconsider government roles, influencing Enlightenment thinkers.

Key Enlightenment Thinkers

  • Baron de Montesquieu advocated for checks and balances in government systems.
  • John Locke posited that people are inherently reasonable, emphasizing natural rights and the social contract.
  • Thomas Hobbes viewed humans as naturally selfish and violent, arguing for a strong central authority.
  • Jean-Jacques Rousseau believed governments create social inequalities.

Major Themes of the Enlightenment

  • Focus on authority, rights, and responsibility became central inquiries during the Enlightenment.
  • Thinkers challenged traditional notions of government authority and absolutism, pushing for representative governance.

Timeline of Enlightenment Events

  • The Enlightenment took place from the 1600s to the 1700s, concluding with multiple significant publications.
  • Key chronological events include the resolution of the English Civil War, Locke building on Hobbes' ideas, Montesquieu's "Spirit of Laws," and Rousseau's "The Social Contract."

French Philosophes and Societal Discussions

  • In France, salons served as gathering places for philosophes to discuss and disseminate Enlightenment ideas.

Effects of the Enlightenment

  • The movement led to increased support for representative government and influenced the constitutional foundations of the United States.
  • Monarchs in some regions began to adopt Enlightenment principles, reflecting a shift in governance.

Key Quotes and Philosophical Concepts

  • John Locke’s assertion regarding law focuses on preserving and expanding freedom, underscoring the social contract between people and government.
  • The Enlightenment emphasized the questioning of established beliefs about authority and governance, fostering new ideologies.

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This quiz features flashcards designed to test your knowledge on key concepts related to the Enlightenment period. Explore influential events like the English Civil War and the ideas of notable thinkers such as Montesquieu. Perfect for students seeking to enhance their understanding of this transformative era in history.

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