Scientific Revolution & Enlightenment

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The idea that places the earth at the center of the universe with the sun and planets orbiting it.

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Geocentric Theory

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Which huge set of books was published in the 1700s?

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Encyclopedia

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Encyclopedia' as it refers to large sets of books published in the 1700s, notably the 'Encyclopédie' by Diderot and d'Alembert, which aimed to compile and disseminate knowledge.

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John Locke believed that people had three natural rights. What are they?

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Life, Liberty, Property

Answer explanation

John Locke identified three natural rights: Life, Liberty, and Property. These rights are fundamental to his philosophy on government and individual freedoms, making 'Life, Liberty, Property' the correct answer.

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Who described the law of gravity?

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Isaac Newton

Answer explanation

The law of gravity was described by Isaac Newton, who formulated the universal law of gravitation in the 17th century, explaining how objects attract each other based on their mass and distance.

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What happened in the mid-1500s?

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Scientific Revolution

Answer explanation

In the mid-1500s, the Scientific Revolution began, marking a period of advancements in scientific thought and inquiry. This era led to significant developments in various fields, distinguishing it from other historical events like the American or Neolithic Revolutions.

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What was a new way of thinking about the natural world based on observation & questions?

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Scientific Revolution

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Theory developed by Copernicus that the sun is the center of the universe is called.

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Heliocentric Theory

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What was the Social Contract?

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An agreement between people and their government

Answer explanation

The Social Contract refers to an agreement between people and their government, outlining the rights and responsibilities of both parties. This concept is fundamental in political philosophy, emphasizing mutual consent.

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What is the Heliocentric Theory?

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Sun centered

Answer explanation

The Heliocentric Theory posits that the Sun is at the center of the solar system, with planets, including Earth, orbiting around it. This contrasts with the Earth-centered (Geocentric) model, making 'Sun centered' the correct choice.

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Who was Montesquieu?

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French writer concerned with government and political liberty

Answer explanation

Montesquieu was a French writer known for his work on government and political liberty, particularly in his influential book 'The Spirit of the Laws', which explored the separation of powers.