Vocab
This is known as assembling or gathering together.
Compile
This was a Holy Roman Emperor known for his attempts to modernize Austria through reforms.
Joseph II
This is an artistic style, characterized as grand and fancy, that was popular before the Enlightenment.
Baroque
Why were some European Monarchs known as "Enlightened Despots?"
They encouraged reforms based on Enlightenment principles while maintaining their royal authority.
What is a neoclassical style?
A style in art that follows a simple and elegant style and drew on ideas from classical Greece and Rome.
These are known as social gatherings where people discuss ideas and culture.
Salons
This was the King of Prussia who is known for his military victories and support of the arts and science.
Frederick II
This is known as being supported or defended.
Championed
What did Catherine the Great do to Russia when she was empress from 1762-1796?
She expanded Russia's territory and modernized the country.
What is skepticism?
An attitude of doubt or questioning about claims or statements.
This is an intellectual and cultural movement of the 18th century that emphasized reason and individualism.
Enlightenment
Thinkers or intellectuals who explore knowledge and understanding.
Philosophes
This is known as favoring or advocating for change or improvement.
Progressive
Diderot's Encyclopedia
It is responsible for spreading Enlightenment ideas all over Europe.
What does it mean to "disseminate?"
To spread or scatter widely.
This is known as suppression or prohibition of speech/writing that is considered subversive or harmful.
Censorship
This was a major Enlightenment thinker and composer known for her rule in Russia.
Catherine the Great
This is known as growing or developing rapidly.
Burgeoning
What limitations did enlightened despots face in implementing Enlightening ideals, specifically looking at Frederick II's approach to serfdom?
They prioritized maintaining power over reforms.
What does it mean to "emerge"?
To come forth into view or notice.
This means to move swiftly and powerfully.
Swept
This is known as a ruler who supports Enlightenment ideas and reforms but still has complete power.
Enlightened Despot
This is known as continued loyalty despite obstacles or discouragement.
Perservered
What did Frederick II do to Prussia when he was King from 1740-1786?
He granted religious freedoms, reduced censorship, and improved education.
What does the word "flocked" mean?
To gather or move in a crowd.