What does "enlightenment" mean?
Enlightenment

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Enlightenment refers to the state of having deep understanding or insight, often associated with spiritual or intellectual awakening.
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Which philosopher coined the term "Enlightenment"?
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Immanuel Kant
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What governmental principle was Baron de Montesquieu famous for pushing?
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Separation of powers
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What is "Separation of Powers"?
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The concept of dividing the powers of government into separate branches
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Which Enlightenment philosopher was famous for criticizing religion's role in government?
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Voltaire
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What does "Separation between church and state" mean?
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The concept that government and religious institutions should operate separately and independently of each other.
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Which of these Enlightenment philosophers was a famous economist? Options: Immanuel Kant, Rene Descartes, Voltaire, Adam Smith
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Adam Smith
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