Standard 1.4 Enlightenment Ideas

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Who proposed the idea of separation of powers?

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Montesquieu

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What concept did John Locke contribute that influenced the Founding Framers?

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Natural law and social contract

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Which Enlightenment idea involves dividing government into different branches?

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Separation of powers

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What is the main idea of Locke's social contract?

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People have the right to overthrow the government if it fails them.

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How did Enlightenment ideas influence the Founding Framers?

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By inspiring principles of democracy and liberty

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How did John Locke define natural rights?

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life, liberty, and property

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What document was most influenced by John Locke’s ideas?

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Declaration of Independence

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Enlightenment thinker John Locke thought that rights come from?

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God or nature

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What is the definition of separation of powers?

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The division of powers among the different branches of government.