Opposition to absolute monarchy
which enlightenment philosopher argued that people have natural right to life, liberty, and property?
john locke
which document in American history reflects Enlightenment principles such as Liberty, equality, and individual rights?
The U.S. Consituction
why was the Enlightenment significant
it helped us unit and solve problems
Which Enlightenment thinker famously critiqued religion's influence in politics?
Voltaire
Which concept from the Enlightenment still influences modern democracies?
Free speech and press
What is the Enlightenment?
An intellectual movement that sought to improve society through reason and inquiry.
Which economic system was advocated by Enlightenment thinker Adam Smith?
Free-market capitalism
What did John Locke believe about government authority?
It came from the people and could be challenged.
Which enlightenment idea challenged the practice of hereditary privilege and class hierarchy?
Equality of all men.
What key idea did the enlightenment thinkers opposed
Absolute monarchy
To protect the rights of the people and limit government power
What major societal change did Enlightenment thinkers advocate for?
Liberty and individual rights
What is a historical event that helped trigger the Enlightenment?
The thirty years war.
according to John Locke what are the natural rights to individual
liberty, life, and Freedom
Which Enlightenment thinker is known for advocating the separation of powers?
Baron de Montesquie!
Which concept introduced during the Enlightenment became a cornerstone of international relations?
sovereignty