Absolutism and Revolutions

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This Polish mathematician and astronomer is recognized for his model of the universe that placed the Sun at the center and not the Earth. This is known as heliocentrism

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Copernicus

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Proved Copernicus's theory about the connection between the sun and planets

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Galilei

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During the Scientific Revolution, the ___________________________ gained acceptance. It states the sun not Earth, was the center of the universe.

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heliocentric

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Kepler's first law states that the orbits of the planets are oval in shape or

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ellipses

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Which statement would Thomas Hobbes agree? An absolute monarch can best guarantee law and order. An absolute monarch rules with the consent of his people. Individuals have the most freedom under an absolute monarch. People are basically good, and an absolute monarch protects them.

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An absolute monarch can best guarantee law and order.

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Philosophes believed that society could improve without enlightenment.

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False

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A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

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scientific method

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Who argued for freedom of speech and religion?

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Voltaire

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What enlightenment ideal impacted Voltaire?

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Liberty and equality are human rights

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How did absolute monarchs maintain their authority?

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By gaining complete control of the government, creating a standing army, & instituting economic policies designed to maximize the wealth of the state.