The Age of Enlightenment

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What was the period of Enlightenment?

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A time when science, reason, and new ideas about government and human rights became important.

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Which philosopher believed in the idea of natural law/natural rights, given to you by God?

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Locke

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Which philosopher believed in the idea of a social contract between the people and the government?

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All of them

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Social contract

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The idea that people agree to follow rules and create a government to protect their rights in exchange for protection and order in society.

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What did Locke believe should happen to a government if it does not do what is in the best interest of the people?

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The people have the right to change or overthrow the government.

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Adam Smith was

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An economist who promoted free markets and the idea of laissez-faire.

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What did the philosopher Montesiques believe was the best form of government?

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A government with a separation of powers to prevent any one branch from becoming too strong.

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The division of power of the U.S. government into three branches is a good example of ________________.

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separation of powers

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Free market

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an economic system where prices and production are determined by supply and demand, not by the government.

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Rococo was a style of art that

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was light, decorative, and elegant, often featuring pastel colors and playful designs.