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The document discusses key events and figures of the Enlightenment era that influenced revolutions and the development of constitutional rule of law. It describes the Magna Carta which limited monarchical power in England in 1215. The Glorious Revolution of 1688 established the English Bill of Rights, reducing the king's authority. The Enlightenment was an 18th century intellectual movement in Europe that emphasized rational thinking and natural rights. Key philosophers included Montesquieu, Locke, and Rousseau, who developed theories around separation of powers, natural rights to life and property, and the social contract. Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence and chose to say "pursuit of happiness" instead of "property" for its deeper
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World history A.2.1 Revolutionary Vocabulary
Magna Carta was written in 1215 in England and limited the power of the monarch, helping establish the rule of law. The Glorious Revolution took place in 1688 in England and resulted in King James II taking over and the Magna Carta changing the power of kings forever. The English Bill of Rights was written in 1689 and limited the monarch's power. The Enlightenment occurred in the 1600s-1700s and was important because it emphasized rationalism over tradition and was based on scientific evidence. Charles Louis Montesquieu was famous for his theory of separation of powers. John Locke believed in natural rights of life, liberty, and property. Jean Jacques Rousseau developed the social contract theory of
Unit 2 assignment 1
The document discusses several political revolutions and Enlightenment thinkers:
- The Magna Carta limited the power of kings in England in 1215 and established rule of law.
- The Glorious Revolution in England established William III as king and led to the English Bill of Rights, which further curtailed royal power.
- Enlightenment thinkers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson promoted the use of reason and advocated for natural rights, social contracts, and governments that protect liberty, as outlined in the Declaration of Independence written by Jefferson.
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The document summarizes several historical revolutions and documents that changed power structures:
1) The Magna Carta in 1215 limited the power of English kings and gave more power to Parliament.
2) The Glorious Revolution of 1688 saw William and Mary take the English throne and establish the English Bill of Rights, changing the power of kings forever.
3) The English Bill of Rights of 1689 further limited royal power and established the power of Parliament.
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The document discusses several key historical documents and figures related to revolutions and the development of constitutional government, including the Magna Carta, Glorious Revolution, English Bill of Rights, Enlightenment thinkers like Montesquieu and Locke, Rousseau and his social contract theory, and Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence. It provides basic details about the time, place, and impact of these people and events.
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The document provides summaries of several historical revolutions and documents that restricted monarchical power and established rights for citizens and rule of law:
- Magna Carta (1215) restricted the king's power and gave more rights to lords and citizens in England.
- The Glorious Revolution (1688) established William and Mary as joint monarchs of England under the Convention Parliament.
- The English Bill of Rights (1689) restated the rights of Parliament and gave citizens the rights to bear arms and religious freedom for Protestants.
- The Enlightenment promoted intellectual thought and opposition to corruption in church and state in 18th century Europe.
It also briefly describes several influential thinkers: Charles de
Monarchs and the enlightenment
Absolute monarchs during the 1500s-1700s believed in the divine right to rule and governed strictly, causing conflicts and unrest among the people. An example was Louis XIV of France, who spent lavishly on Versailles while the people struggled. During the Enlightenment period from the 1600s-1700s, thinkers developed new ideas about government and individual rights that challenged absolute rule, including John Locke's ideas about natural rights, Montesquieu's separation of powers, and Rousseau's concept of consent of the governed. The spread of these Enlightenment ideas led the people to increasingly question monarchal rule and fight for more freedoms, setting the stage for revolution.
Absolutism pp
1) Absolute monarchs claimed unlimited power that was believed to be granted by God. They could make and change laws without limits.
2) In the 17th century, as wars increased taxes and unrest, many monarchs strengthened their power and tightly controlled aspects of society and the economy to impose order.
3) Louis XIV ruled France as an absolute monarch for over 50 years, but his expensive wars and lifestyle left France in deep debt by the time of his death.
Revolution
The document discusses several important documents and events in English and European history:
1) Magna Carta, written in 1215, limited the power of English kings by requiring their permission from Parliament to tax citizens or raise armies.
2) The Glorious Revolution of 1688 saw William of Orange take the English throne and the English Bill of Rights further restricted royal power by prohibiting the monarch from overriding laws or levying taxes without Parliament.
3) The Enlightenment was an 18th century intellectual movement in Europe that saw philosophers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson articulate theories of separation of powers and natural political rights that helped shape modern democratic principles.
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Magna Carta was written in 1215 in England and limited the power of the monarch, helping establish the rule of law. The Glorious Revolution took place in 1688 in England and resulted in King James II taking over and the Magna Carta changing the power of kings forever. The English Bill of Rights was written in 1689 and limited the monarch's power. The Enlightenment occurred in the 1600s-1700s and was important because it emphasized rationalism over tradition and was based on scientific evidence. Charles Louis Montesquieu was famous for his theory of separation of powers. John Locke believed in natural rights of life, liberty, and property. Jean Jacques Rousseau developed the social contract theory of
Unit 2 assignment 1
The document discusses several political revolutions and Enlightenment thinkers:
- The Magna Carta limited the power of kings in England in 1215 and established rule of law.
- The Glorious Revolution in England established William III as king and led to the English Bill of Rights, which further curtailed royal power.
- Enlightenment thinkers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson promoted the use of reason and advocated for natural rights, social contracts, and governments that protect liberty, as outlined in the Declaration of Independence written by Jefferson.
The Revolutions
The document summarizes several historical revolutions and documents that changed power structures:
1) The Magna Carta in 1215 limited the power of English kings and gave more power to Parliament.
2) The Glorious Revolution of 1688 saw William and Mary take the English throne and establish the English Bill of Rights, changing the power of kings forever.
3) The English Bill of Rights of 1689 further limited royal power and established the power of Parliament.
The Revolutions
The document discusses several key historical documents and figures related to revolutions and the development of constitutional government, including the Magna Carta, Glorious Revolution, English Bill of Rights, Enlightenment thinkers like Montesquieu and Locke, Rousseau and his social contract theory, and Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence. It provides basic details about the time, place, and impact of these people and events.
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The document provides summaries of several historical revolutions and documents that restricted monarchical power and established rights for citizens and rule of law:
- Magna Carta (1215) restricted the king's power and gave more rights to lords and citizens in England.
- The Glorious Revolution (1688) established William and Mary as joint monarchs of England under the Convention Parliament.
- The English Bill of Rights (1689) restated the rights of Parliament and gave citizens the rights to bear arms and religious freedom for Protestants.
- The Enlightenment promoted intellectual thought and opposition to corruption in church and state in 18th century Europe.
It also briefly describes several influential thinkers: Charles de
Monarchs and the enlightenment
Absolute monarchs during the 1500s-1700s believed in the divine right to rule and governed strictly, causing conflicts and unrest among the people. An example was Louis XIV of France, who spent lavishly on Versailles while the people struggled. During the Enlightenment period from the 1600s-1700s, thinkers developed new ideas about government and individual rights that challenged absolute rule, including John Locke's ideas about natural rights, Montesquieu's separation of powers, and Rousseau's concept of consent of the governed. The spread of these Enlightenment ideas led the people to increasingly question monarchal rule and fight for more freedoms, setting the stage for revolution.
Absolutism pp
1) Absolute monarchs claimed unlimited power that was believed to be granted by God. They could make and change laws without limits.
2) In the 17th century, as wars increased taxes and unrest, many monarchs strengthened their power and tightly controlled aspects of society and the economy to impose order.
3) Louis XIV ruled France as an absolute monarch for over 50 years, but his expensive wars and lifestyle left France in deep debt by the time of his death.
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The document discusses several important documents and events in English and European history:
1) Magna Carta, written in 1215, limited the power of English kings by requiring their permission from Parliament to tax citizens or raise armies.
2) The Glorious Revolution of 1688 saw William of Orange take the English throne and the English Bill of Rights further restricted royal power by prohibiting the monarch from overriding laws or levying taxes without Parliament.
3) The Enlightenment was an 18th century intellectual movement in Europe that saw philosophers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson articulate theories of separation of powers and natural political rights that helped shape modern democratic principles.
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- Magna Carta (1215) limited the power of English monarchs and established the principle of rule of law.
- The Glorious Revolution (1688) saw William of Orange replace the English king and the passage of the English Bill of Rights, which further curbed royal power and increased rights of citizens.
- Enlightenment thinkers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson promoted ideas like separation of powers, natural rights, social contract theory, and democracy that challenged absolute rule and shaped the American Revolution.
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The enlightenment philosophies of freedom, democracy, reason, and separation of church and state greatly influenced modern political thought. These ideas challenged traditional systems of monarchy, aristocracy, and religious authority. Enlightenment thinkers like Locke, Adams, Hume, and Jefferson promoted natural rights, consent of the governed, and prioritized human reason over tradition and divine right. Their ideas shaped the American and French Revolutions and continue to underpin democratic systems today.
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After 10 years of strict rule by Oliver Cromwell and the Puritans, England was ready for a change. In 1660, Charles II was invited to become King and restore the monarchy that had been removed by Cromwell. Charles II brought back theater, sports and dancing and arts flourished. However, he eventually faced issues over religion and money. When Charles II died in 1685, his openly Catholic brother James II took the throne, further worrying Protestants. This led Parliament to replace James II with the Protestant William and Mary in the Bloodless Revolution of 1688, establishing Parliament as more powerful than the monarchy.
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2) It discusses several historical revolutions and figures, including the Magna Carta limiting a king's power in 1215, the Glorious Revolution replacing King James II with William and Mary in 1688, and Enlightenment thinkers like Locke, Rousseau, and Montesquieu influencing ideas of natural rights and separation of powers.
3) It also notes that Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, which had emotional effects and was the goal of the American Revolution.
Unit three study guide
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Thomas More
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The document summarizes the Age of Reason/Neoclassical period from 1660 to 1800. It emphasizes reason and scientific discovery. Literature from this period focused on logic over emotion and adhered to formal styles. British Neoclassicism was influenced by events like the Industrial Revolution and American Revolution. The American Enlightenment produced political pamphlets and works that used genres like epic and satire to establish a unique American literature.
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Baron de Montesquieu believed Britain had the best system of government which he oversimplified as checks and balances. Jean-Jacques Rousseau was one of the first to discuss private property and believed politics and morality should not be separated. Mary Wollstonecraft advocated for women's rights and equality in her work A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, arguing that education could help women achieve self-respect. Cesare Beccaria wrote On Crimes and Punishments, opposing torture but supporting long-term imprisonment.
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Baron de Montesquieu believed Britain had the best system of government which he oversimplified as checks and balances. Jean-Jacques Rousseau was one of the first to discuss private property and believed politics and morality should not be separated. Mary Wollstonecraft advocated for women's rights and equality in her work A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, arguing that education could help women achieve self-respect. Cesare Beccaria wrote On Crimes and Punishments, opposing torture but supporting long-term imprisonment.
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The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement that promoted the use of reason and science to reform society. Enlightenment thinkers criticized the stratified social structure and advocated for equality, liberty, and secularism. Some of their ideas spread through newspapers and salons but also faced resistance in Spain. This led to changes including the evolution of modern science from medieval science based on empiricism. The bourgeoisie grew wealthy but lacked political power, contributing to discontent and the French Revolution. Enlightened despots introduced social reforms but maintained absolute rule, failing to fully implement Enlightenment ideals. One victory was the American Revolution as the colonies gained independence after protesting taxation without representation.
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The Enlightenment
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- Magna Carta (1215) limited the power of English monarchs and established the principle of rule of law.
- The Glorious Revolution (1688) saw William of Orange replace the English king and the passage of the English Bill of Rights, which further curbed royal power and increased rights of citizens.
- Enlightenment thinkers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson promoted ideas like separation of powers, natural rights, social contract theory, and democracy that challenged absolute rule and shaped the American Revolution.
How Did The Enlightenment Philosophies Influence Modern Political Thought
The enlightenment philosophies of freedom, democracy, reason, and separation of church and state greatly influenced modern political thought. These ideas challenged traditional systems of monarchy, aristocracy, and religious authority. Enlightenment thinkers like Locke, Adams, Hume, and Jefferson promoted natural rights, consent of the governed, and prioritized human reason over tradition and divine right. Their ideas shaped the American and French Revolutions and continue to underpin democratic systems today.
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The document discusses several revolutions and Enlightenment thinkers that impacted political and social change. The Magna Carta lessened the king's power in England and gave rights to citizens. The Glorious Revolution established the English Bill of Rights after William of Orange took the throne from King James II. The Enlightenment was an intellectual revolution that changed individual thought processes and gave people more access to information. Thinkers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson questioned divine kings and established concepts like separation of powers, natural rights, social contract theory, and the pursuit of happiness.
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The Restoration and Glorious Revolution
After 10 years of strict rule by Oliver Cromwell and the Puritans, England was ready for a change. In 1660, Charles II was invited to become King and restore the monarchy that had been removed by Cromwell. Charles II brought back theater, sports and dancing and arts flourished. However, he eventually faced issues over religion and money. When Charles II died in 1685, his openly Catholic brother James II took the throne, further worrying Protestants. This led Parliament to replace James II with the Protestant William and Mary in the Bloodless Revolution of 1688, establishing Parliament as more powerful than the monarchy.
Revolution
The document summarizes key terms and events related to revolution:
1) It defines revolution as a change in power or government over a period of time.
2) It discusses several historical revolutions and figures, including the Magna Carta limiting a king's power in 1215, the Glorious Revolution replacing King James II with William and Mary in 1688, and Enlightenment thinkers like Locke, Rousseau, and Montesquieu influencing ideas of natural rights and separation of powers.
3) It also notes that Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, which had emotional effects and was the goal of the American Revolution.
Unit three study guide
The document provides a study guide covering major historical periods and topics from 1300-1700 CE, including the Renaissance, Exploration and Monarchy, the Protestant Reformation and Counter Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, and the Industrial Revolution. It lists important artists, inventors, and figures to know from each period and asks students to explain concepts like humanism, the causes of the French Revolution, the English Civil Wars, and scientific discoveries of the time. Students are to compare values and arts between the Middle Ages and Renaissance, and understand the significance of events like Martin Luther's translation of the Bible and the Council of Trent.
Thomas More
Thomas More was an English politician, writer and Catholic martyr born in 1478. He wrote "Utopia" in 1516, describing an imaginary island nation with an ideal government and social system. The book criticized England's social problems and advocated principles like common ownership, equal rights and education. More refused to acknowledge King Henry VIII as head of the Church of England and was executed for treason in 1535. "Utopia" later influenced many socialist thinkers and political philosophers.
Age of enlightenment
The document summarizes the Age of Reason/Neoclassical period from 1660 to 1800. It emphasizes reason and scientific discovery. Literature from this period focused on logic over emotion and adhered to formal styles. British Neoclassicism was influenced by events like the Industrial Revolution and American Revolution. The American Enlightenment produced political pamphlets and works that used genres like epic and satire to establish a unique American literature.
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Baron de Montesquieu believed Britain had the best system of government which he oversimplified as checks and balances. Jean-Jacques Rousseau was one of the first to discuss private property and believed politics and morality should not be separated. Mary Wollstonecraft advocated for women's rights and equality in her work A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, arguing that education could help women achieve self-respect. Cesare Beccaria wrote On Crimes and Punishments, opposing torture but supporting long-term imprisonment.
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Baron de Montesquieu believed Britain had the best system of government which he oversimplified as checks and balances. Jean-Jacques Rousseau was one of the first to discuss private property and believed politics and morality should not be separated. Mary Wollstonecraft advocated for women's rights and equality in her work A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, arguing that education could help women achieve self-respect. Cesare Beccaria wrote On Crimes and Punishments, opposing torture but supporting long-term imprisonment.
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The document discusses several Enlightenment monarchs and their attempts at reform based on Enlightenment ideals. It describes Catherine the Great of Russia who implemented government reforms based on Montesquieu's theories of separation of powers. Frederick the Great of Prussia introduced rational laws and reforms to education, agriculture, and the military. Joseph II of Austria centralized the government, imposed taxes equally, abolished serfdom, and established religious toleration, though he faced opposition from the Catholic Church and aristocracy. However, the document notes that the true reforms in line with Enlightenment thinking would be realized in America rather than under these monarchs.
The enlightenment
This document provides an overview of the Enlightenment period in the 18th century and some of its key thinkers and ideas. It summarizes that the Enlightenment was an age of optimism in humanity's ability to use reason to reform society and advance knowledge. Major figures discussed include Voltaire, Rousseau, and Adam Smith. Voltaire and other philosophes advocated using reason to critique tradition and institutions in order to promote freedom, rights, and social progress. Rousseau emphasized concepts like the social contract and general will. Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations analyzed free market economics. Enlightened despots also sought to implement Enlightenment ideals through legal and economic reforms.
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The War of Spanish Succession was an international conflict from 1701 to 1713 caused by the death of the King of Spain without descendants. Initially, Charles III was set to be king, but some European powers disagreed and proposed Philip d'Anjou instead, starting the war which ended in victory for Charles III.
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The document discusses several revolutions and influential thinkers that helped shape modern concepts of government. The Magna Carta limited monarchal power in England and established rule of law. The Glorious Revolution established a constitutional monarchy. The English Bill of Rights granted legal rights and limited the power of the king. The Enlightenment promoted reason and individualism. Thinkers like Montesquieu, Locke, Rousseau, and Jefferson further developed ideas of natural rights, social contracts, and separation of powers that influenced revolutions and democratic governments.
4 rise of nation states
Between 1400 and 1500, Europe transitioned from decentralized feudal systems to centralized nation-states. This was driven by several factors, including the rise of the middle class which weakened feudal lords, war between feudal lords that led to unified kingdoms, and the development of ideas around political states and divine rights of kings. Key events included the marriage of Ferdinand and Isabella in 1469 which unified Spain, and the War of the Roses in England which ended in 1485 with the victory of Henry Tudor, establishing a strong centralized English nation-state. By 1500, several large European powers like France, Spain, and England had established themselves as nation-states with centralized governments and bureaucrac
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The Glorious Revolution of 1688 overthrew King James II of England through a union of Parliamentarians and William III. This established constitutional monarchy in England by dividing ultimate power between monarch and parliament, requiring the monarch to rule with the consent of the governed. A Bill of Rights formalized these changes, destroying the idea of absolute monarchy and divine right of kings.
Enlightment and the war of independence
The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement that promoted the use of reason and science to reform society. Enlightenment thinkers criticized the stratified social structure and advocated for equality, liberty, and secularism. Some of their ideas spread through newspapers and salons but also faced resistance in Spain. This led to changes including the evolution of modern science from medieval science based on empiricism. The bourgeoisie grew wealthy but lacked political power, contributing to discontent and the French Revolution. Enlightened despots introduced social reforms but maintained absolute rule, failing to fully implement Enlightenment ideals. One victory was the American Revolution as the colonies gained independence after protesting taxation without representation.
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The Enlightenment
1. The Enlightenment originated from scientific, religious, and philosophical developments in the 17th-18th centuries.
2. Key figures like Locke, Voltaire, and Rousseau promoted rationalism and challenged religious orthodoxies using science and reason.
3. The Enlightenment emphasized optimism in human progress through science, education, and liberty from tyranny.
Enlightenment
The Enlightenment was a period in the 18th century when thinkers applied reason and science to politics, society, and the economy. They challenged absolute monarch rule and argued that people have natural rights like liberty. Thinkers like Locke, Montesquieu, Voltaire, Rousseau, and Adam Smith developed new ideas about government, economics, and society that influenced revolutions and the growth of democracy. Their works spread new ways of thinking through publications and social gatherings.
Enlightenment
The Enlightenment was a period in the 18th century when thinkers applied reason and science to politics, society, and the economy. They challenged absolute monarch rule and argued that people have natural rights like liberty. Thinkers like Locke, Montesquieu, Voltaire, Rousseau, and Adam Smith developed new ideas about government, economics, and society that influenced revolutions and the growth of democracy. Their works spread new ways of thinking and challenged traditional authorities and institutions.
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The Enlightenment
The document provides an overview of the political, intellectual, and social history of the 18th century Enlightenment period. It discusses key figures of the Enlightenment like Locke, Voltaire, Rousseau, and Kant and how they promoted rationalism, tolerance, and progress through their works. It also describes how the spread of literacy, salons, and Diderot's Encyclopedia helped popularize Enlightenment ideas.
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The document provides an overview of the French Revolution and some of the key revolutionary thinkers that influenced it. It discusses the financial crisis and unrest in France that led to the revolution. It describes events like the storming of the Bastille, the establishment of the National Assembly, and the execution of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. It also profiles philosophers like Voltaire, Diderot, Rousseau, and Kant who promoted ideas of democracy, rationalism, and idealism that influenced the revolution.
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Enlightenment philosophers such as Francis Bacon, Cesare Beccaria, and John Locke promoted rational thinking and evidence-based reasoning over religious dogma and superstition. They believed societies should be governed based on natural laws and the consent of the people, not hereditary rule, and that laws and government should aim for the greatest happiness and protect the natural rights of all. Their works influenced revolutions and challenged existing political, economic, and social institutions.
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The document summarizes key aspects and figures of the Enlightenment period in the 18th century. Some of the major ideas discussed include John Locke's view of tabula rasa and people being molded by experience, Montesquieu's separation of powers in government, Voltaire's advocacy of deism and religious toleration, Diderot's work on the Encyclopedia to change common thinking, and Adam Smith's view of laissez-faire economics and limited government roles. Later Enlightenment thinkers like Rousseau and Wollstonecraft addressed issues like inequality, the social contract, and women's rights respectively.
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This document provides a timeline of key events and figures in the development of democracy from ancient Greece to the French Revolution. It traces the origins and evolution of democratic principles like participation in government, rule of law, and separation of powers. Key developments include the establishment of democracy in ancient Athens, the Magna Carta limiting royal power in England, the English Civil War establishing parliament's supremacy, the Enlightenment spreading ideals of individual rights and consent of the governed, and the French Revolution overthrowing the monarchy and creating a republic. The timeline covers over 2000 years of history and numerous influential philosophers, scientists, rulers and documents that advanced democratic values and systems of government.
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This document summarizes several important revolutions and documents that shaped modern democracies, including the Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Glorious Revolution, and Enlightenment. It discusses key philosophers like John Locke, Charles Montesquieu, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, and their influential ideas around natural rights, separation of powers, and social contracts. It also provides background on influential figures like William III and Thomas Jefferson and his authoring of the Declaration of Independence.
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Revolution vocab
- 2. Magna Carta -What country was it written for? It was written for england. -When was it written? 1215 -What did it do to the power of monarchies? It limited the power of the monarchies. -How was this a form of "rule of law"? Because it was rules for kings and queens.
- 3. Glorious Revolution -Where did it take place? In England in 1688 -Who took over as King of this country? James ii -What document changed the power of Kings forever and was a result of this revolution? The Magna Carta.
- 4. The English Bill of Rights -When was it written? On September 25, 1789 -In two sentences, explain what it did? It spelled out the immunities of individual citizens.
- 5. The Enlightenment -In two sentences, describe what the enlightenment was. The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement in 18th Century Europe. “‘The goal of the Enlightenment was to establish an authoritative ethics, aesthetics, and knowledge based on an "enlightened" rationality’ (WSU 1998). -When did it take place? During the 18 century -Why is it important? Its was very important, supposably the founding fathers believed in enlightment.
- 6. Charles-Louis Montesquieu -Where was he from? La Brède, near Bordeaux -What is he most famous for? He is famous for his articulation of the theory of separation of powers
- 7. John Locke -Where was he from? Wrington, England -Lifespan? 1632-1704 -What are natural rights? Natural law and natural rights follow from the nature of man and the world. We have the right to defend ourselves and our property, because of the kind of animals that we are.
- 8. Jean Jacques Rousseau -Where was he from? Geneva, Switzerland -Lifespan? 1712-1778 -What is the Social Contract? principles of political right.
- 9. Thomas Jefferson -Where was he from? Shadwell, Virginia -What is he most famous for writing? the first draft of Thomas Edison. -Why did he switch the words from "property" to "the pursuit of happiness"? He thought that the words “Pursuit of happiness” Had more depth and had more relevance.
- 10. glorious Revolution Vocabulary part 2 By elizabeth Denney
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