John Locke’s ideas were considered radical because he

said that people had the right to overthrow a bad government

According to Locke, which of the following is true?

People develop their ideas through life experiences.

Divine right of kings

the belief that kings and queens have a God-given right to rule....

favoring large or widespread changes

requiring absolute obedience to a ruler/ gov not allowing personal freedom, All people are born with and that cannot be taken away by the government

How did John Locke feel about England’s Glorious Revolution?

Because it created a stronger Parliament and a bill of rights

The French philosophes were

scholars and thinkers who considered ways to achieve a better society.

Which of the following did Voltaire most value?

the freedom to express one’s opinions

a gov in which the king/queen has the unchecked authority to do whatever..

Why did Voltaire write under a pen name?

He could get in trouble for speaking against the French monarchy

the ability of the mind to think clearly and understand; logic

Both Locke and Hobbes lived through a period in English history that brought

Many political struggles between Parliament and the monarchy

How did the Enlightenment differ from the Renaissance?

People increasingly looked to science and reason to answer their questions.

What was Montesquieu’s purpose in writing The Persian Letters?

to criticize French government and society

What did John Locke consider a government’s most important duty?

To protect the natural rights of citizens

rights that all people are born with an that can't be taken away by the gov

the gravitational force that occurs between Earth and other bodies;

Newton’s theory of gravity draws what conclusion?

A natural force pulls objects toward Earth

the study of ideas about knowledge life and truth literally, love of wisdom

Which statement best describes the beliefs of the Enlightenment thinkers?

They had faith that absolute monarchs would govern wisely and fairly

Which of Montesquieu’s ideas greatly influenced the organization of the U.S. government as outlined in the Constitution?

A separation of power will keep branches of the gov from becoming to strong

Which statement best describes Thomas Hobbes’s conclusions about human nature?

People are naturally selfish and greedy.

Which of the following ideas is associated with Thomas Hobbes?

The need for a strong government

The practice of removing or prohibiting books, art, films,

Which of John Lockes ideas influenced the American patriots decision to fight a war for independence from Great Britain

People should rebel against a government that does not protect their rights

Why is René Descartes known as the “father of modern philosophy”?

He used reason to ask questions and find truths.

an agreement among individuals in a society and a ruler or government;

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1
John Locke’s ideas were considered radical because he
had ideas that differed from those of Thomas Hobbes
said that people had the right to overthrow a bad government
left his home in England to live in Paris.
was a friend and tutor to King Charles II.
2
Descartes encouraged people to doubt everything except
The word of the Church.
A monarch’s right to rule.
The law.
Their own existence.
3
According to Locke, which of the following is true?
People are born with no rights whatsoever
People are born naturally greedy and selfish.
Some people are born good while others are born evil.
People develop their ideas through life experiences.
4
Divine right of kings
requiring absolute obedience to a ruler or government
the belief that kings and queens have a God-given right to rule....
rights that all people are born with and that can be taken away by the gov
5
Radical
he belief that kings and queens have a God-given right to rule....
rights that all people are born with and that cannot be taken away
favoring large or widespread changes
6
Authoritarian
requiring absolute obedience to a ruler/ gov not allowing personal freedom
All people are born with and that cannot be taken away by the government
authority to do whatever they want without any restrictions
7
Which groups played the greatest role in the Enlightenment?
Scientists and philosophers
Soldiers and military leaders
Peasants and Farmers
Explorers and adventurers
8
How did John Locke feel about England’s Glorious Revolution?
He was disappointed because it did not provide total democracy.
He opposed any form of rebellion.
He was against it because it gave too much power to the monarch
Because it created a stronger Parliament and a bill of rights
9
The French philosophes were
peasants and poor farmers who launched a revolt against the monarchy.
scholars and thinkers who considered ways to achieve a better society.
noble men and women of the French court
monarchs who refused to give up total control.
10
Which of the following did Voltaire most value?
living according to the religious teachings of the Church
the freedom to express one’s opinions
loyalty to the crown
an orderly society with strictly enforced laws
11
Absolute monarchy
a gov in which the king/queen has the unchecked authority to do whatever..
Not allowing personal freedom
Favoring large or widespread changes
12
Why did Voltaire write under a pen name?
He did not think anyone would buy a book he had written
French noblemen were not allowed to write books
He was embarrassed by his ideas.
He could get in trouble for speaking against the French monarchy
13
Locke believed that a good government gets its power from
Military strength
The people.
A strict monarch
God
14
Which type of government did Thomas Hobbes support?
A monarch whose power is limited by a parliament
No government
An absolute monarchy
Democracy with government officials elected by the people
15
Which of the following best describes Isaac Newton?
Friend of the poor peasants
Leader of religious thought
Father of democracy
Influential scientist
16
Reason
rights that all people are born with and that cannot be taken away
favoring large or widespread changes
the ability of the mind to think clearly and understand; logic
17
Both Locke and Hobbes lived through a period in English history that brought
Total democracy
Many political struggles between Parliament and the monarchy
The collapse of the British Empire
A better way of life for all citizens.
18
Which did Hobbes consider most important for a strong society?
Law and order
Exploration and discovery
Human rights
Scientific research
19
How did the Enlightenment differ from the Renaissance?
People increasingly looked to science and reason to answer their questions.
During the Enlightenment, Europe became less powerful than America.
During the Enlightenment, kings and queens no longer held power.
Governments always treated the poor and the rich equally.
20
What was Montesquieu’s purpose in writing The Persian Letters?
to promote friendship between Persia and France
to encourage Persian travelers to visit France
to criticize French government and society
to encourage a revolution in Paris
21
What did John Locke consider a government’s most important duty?
To expand the nation’s borders
To protect the natural rights of citizens
To force all citizens to practice a single religion
To avoid war and promote world peace
22
Natural rights
Favoring large or widespread changes
rights that all people are born with an that can't be taken away by the gov
23
Gravity
Outta space
the gravitational force that occurs between Earth and other bodies;
Going up and down
24
Newton’s theory of gravity draws what conclusion?
People descended from apes.
Eating at least one apple each day promotes good health.
The monarch does not rule by divine right
A natural force pulls objects toward Earth
25
Philosophy
the study of ideas about knowledge life and truth literally, love of wisdom
Love of wisdom
Ppl give up some of their freedom in exchange for protection
26
Which statement best describes the beliefs of the Enlightenment thinkers?
They believed that the ancient Greeks and Romans knew all there was to know
They believed religion alone could answer all questions about life.
They believed that science and reason could improve people’s lives.
They had faith that absolute monarchs would govern wisely and fairly
27
Which of Montesquieu’s ideas greatly influenced the organization of the U.S. government as outlined in the Constitution?
People must question everything except their own existence.
The use of reason helps people understand the world.
A separation of power will keep branches of the gov from becoming to strong
A government needs strict laws to keep people in order.
28
Which statement best describes Thomas Hobbes’s conclusions about human nature?
People in a society are naturally peaceful.
People are naturally selfish and greedy.
Given the choice, people will help one another.
Given the choice, people will help only family members.
29
Which of the following ideas is associated with Thomas Hobbes?
The need for a strong government
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
I think, therefore I am.
Tabula rasa
30
Censorship
The practice of removing or prohibiting books, art, films,
requiring obedience to a ruler or government not allowing personal freedom
31
In which part of the world did the Enlightenment begin?
The United States
Europe
Asia
South America
32
Which of John Lockes ideas influenced the American patriots decision to fight a war for independence from Great Britain
One’s mind at birth is like a blank sheet of paper
People should rebel against a government that does not protect their rights
People are the way they are because of their experiences in life.
People learn about their world through their five senses...
33
Who was known as an American philosophe?
Thomas Hobbes
George Washington
Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Hobbes
34
Why is René Descartes known as the “father of modern philosophy”?
He wrote a new constitution for his country.
He discovered medicines that improved health.
He used reason to ask questions and find truths.
He plotted to overthrow the monarch.
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Social contract
the ability of the mind to think clearly and understand; logic
requiring absolute obedience to a ruler or government
an agreement among individuals in a society and a ruler or government;

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