The Enlightenment
The Enlighenment
The Enlightenment
The Enlightenment
100

What is Absolutism?

A political system in which a ruler holds total power.

100

According to Locke, what institution protects the natural right of people to preserve their basic health and happiness?

A legislature. 

100

According to Smith, what is the happy and unexpected result when people pursue their own economic gain? 

It makes society as a whole better off.
100

Which form of government does Montesquieu advocate for? 

A republic. 

200
What is divine right? 

The belief that kings/queens receive their power from God and are responsible only to God. 

200

According to Locke, who has the right to create a new government if the old government fails?

The people. 

200

What is Adam Smith's main idea about trade? 

Governments should not regulate trade. 

200

Which of Montesquieu's theories is a foundational aspect of the U.S. Constitution? 

Separation of power. 

300

Which is NOT a human rights issue under the current absolute monarchy in Saudi Arabia? 

Discrimination against men.

300

According to Voltaire, why is good that England allowed a multitude of religions? 

When there are many religions, people tend to relax and get along. 
300

What does Wollstonecraft recommend in order to make women equal to men? 

Education in the same fields studied by men. 

300

According to Rousseau, what should government work to do? 

Reduce large differences of wealth and status between citizens. 

400

What two tools and skills did the philosophers feel were necessary to find out the truth of things? 

Observation and reason.

400

What is Voltaire's main idea about religion in society? 

Governments should promote tolerance of different religions. 

400

What methods did Wollstonecraft use to reach her conclusions? 

Reason and experience.

400

According to Rousseau, what should the purpose of government be? 

Ensure the common good and the equal rights of all citizens. 
500

What is another name for the Enlightenment period? 

The Age of Reason. 

500

According to Adam Smith, what should economic activity be based on? 

Individual decision-making. 

500

In what ways are the main ideas of Wollstonecraft, Smith, Voltaire, and Locke similar? 

All four place great importance on individual freedom.

500

What is the main difference between Locke and Hobbes? 

Locke believes that people are capable of ruling themselves peacefully, while Hobbes believes they need a strong ruler to avoid chaos. 

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