Game Points Which statement best describes the beliefs of the Enlightenment thinkers? They had faith that absolute monarchs would govern wisely and fairly. They believed that science and reason could improve people’s lives. They believed religion alone could answer all questions about life. They believed that the ancient Greeks and Romans knew all there was to know. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Which groups played the greatest role in the Enlightenment? Game Points Which groups played the greatest role in the Enlightenment? peasants and farmers soldiers and military leaders scientists and scholars explorers and adventurers Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

How did the Enlightenment differ from the Renaissance? Game Points How did the Enlightenment differ from the Renaissance? During the Enlightenment, kings and queens no longer held power. During the Enlightenment, governments always treated the poor and the rich equally. During the Enlightenment, Europe became less powerful than America. During the Enlightenment, people increasingly looked to science to answer their questions about the natural world Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

In which part of the world did the Enlightenment begin? Game Points In which part of the world did the Enlightenment begin? Europe Asia the United States South America Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Which of the following best describes lsaac Newton? Game Points Which of the following best describes lsaac Newton? influential scientist father of democracy friend of the poor peasants leader of religious thought Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Newton’s theory of gravity draws what conclusions? Game Points Newton’s theory of gravity draws what conclusions? People descended from apes. A natural force pulls Objects toward Earth. The monarch does not rule by- divine right. Eating at least one apple each day promotes good health Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Why was Rene Descartes known as the “father of modern philosophy?” Game Points Why was Rene Descartes known as the “father of modern philosophy?” He wrote a new constitution for his country He plotted to overthrow the monarch. He used reason to ask questions and find truths. He discovered medicines that improved health and increased life expectancy. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Descartes encouraged people to doubt everything except Game Points Descartes encouraged people to doubt everything except the word of the church. a monarch’s right to rule. their own existence the law. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Which of the following ideas is associated with Thomas Hobbes? Game Points Which of the following ideas is associated with Thomas Hobbes? I think, therefore I am. tabula rasa life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness the need for a strong government Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Game Points Which statement best describes Thomas Hobbes’s conclusions about human nature? People are naturally selfish and greedy. Given a choice, people will help one another. People in society are naturally peaceful. Given a choice, people will help only family members. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Which type of government did Thomas Hobbes support? Game Points Which type of government did Thomas Hobbes support? an absolute monarchy a monarch whose power is limited by a parliament democracy with government officials elected by the people no government Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Which did Hobbes consider most important for a strong society? Game Points Which did Hobbes consider most important for a strong society? human rights law and order exploration and discovery scientific research Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

What did ]ohn Locke consider a government’s most important duty? Game Points What did ]ohn Locke consider a government’s most important duty? to force all citizens to practice a single religion to expand the nation’s borders to avoid war and promote world peace to protect the natural rights of citizens Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Locke believed that a good government gets its power from ____? Game Points Locke believed that a good government gets its power from ____? God. the people. military strength. a strict monarch. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

According to Locke, which of the following is true? Game Points According to Locke, which of the following is true? People are born naturally greedy and selfish. People are born with no rights whatsoever Some people are born good while others are born evil. People develop their nature through life experiences. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Game Points Both Locke and Hobbes lived through a period in English history that brought many political struggles between the Parliament and the crown. a better way of life for all citizens. the collapse of the British Empire. total democracy Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

How did john Locke feel about England’s Glorious Revolution? Game Points How did john Locke feel about England’s Glorious Revolution? He was against it because it gave too much power to the monarch. He supported it because it brought a stronger Parliament and a Bill of Rights. He opposed any form of rebellion. He was disappointed because it did not provide total democracy Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Locke’s ideas were considered radical because he ____? Game Points Locke’s ideas were considered radical because he ____? said that people had the right to overthrow a bad government. was a friend and tutor to King Charles II. left his home in England to live in Paris. had ideas that differed from those of Thomas Hobbes. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

What was Montesquieu’s purpose in writing The Persian Letters? Game Points 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 Persia Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Why did Montesquieu write under a pseudonym Game Points Why did Montesquieu write under a pseudonym He could get in trouble for speaking against the crown. He didn’t think anyone would buy a book he had written. He was embarrassed by his ideas. French noblemen weren’t allowed to write books Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Which of the following did Voltaire most value? Game Points Which of the following did Voltaire most value? an orderly society with strictly enforced laws the freedom to express one’s opinions living according the religious teachings of the church loyalty to the crown Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

The French philosophes were? Game Points The French philosophes were? scholars and thinkers who considered ways to achieve a better society. monarchs who refused to give up total control. peasants and slum dwellers who launched a revolt against the crown. noble men and women of the French court. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Game Points Which of John Locke’s ideas influenced the American patriots’ decision fight a war for independence from Great Britain? People are the way they are because of their experiences in life. 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 learn about their world through their senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Who was known as an American philosophe? Game Points Who was known as an American philosophe? George Washington Benjamin Franklin Thomas Jefferson James Madison Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

Game Points Which of Montesquieu’s ideas greatly influenced the organization of the U.S. government, as outlined in the Constitution? A government needs strict laws to keep people in order The use of reason helps people understand the world. A separation of powers will keep any one branch of government from becoming too strong. People must question everything except their own existence. Cross-Tab Label 0 / 27

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