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What were some of John Locke's most important ideas? Most specifically, discuss his views contained in Essay Concerning Human Understanding, Two Treatises of Government, and Letter Concerning Toleration. How would you evaluate John Locke's influence on modern thought? Conceptual

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Discuss European attitudes toward Islam during the Enlightenment. Did the philosophes' animosity toward Christianity affect their perception of the Muslim religion? How much did they actually know about contemporary Muslim society and culture? Conceptual

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How did Europeans tend to view themselves in relation to the other peoples of the world? What do you think were the major bases for this belief? What role did the Enlightenment play in changing Europeans' perceptions of their role in the world? Conceptual

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The political thinkers during the Age of Enlightenment provided philosophical support for all of the following forms of government except (Global Perspective, pp. 538-539)


A) totalitarianism.
B) socialism.
C) absolutism.
D) constitutional monarchy.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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Most Europeans saw Islam as


A) an interesting subject of research.
B) a form of polytheism.
C) a valid religion but not suitable for their lives.
D) a rival to Christianity.

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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Why did the philosophes consider organized religion to be their greatest enemy? Discuss the basic tenets of deism. How did deists try to improve upon traditional Christian beliefs? Conceptual

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How did the Enlightenment change basic Western attitudes toward reform, faith, and reason? What were the major formative influences on the philosophes? How important were Voltaire and the Encyclopedia in the success of the Enlightenment? Conceptual

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The Enlightenment brought about a signif...

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Discuss the economic ideas of mercantilism and compare and contrast those ideas with the ideas of Adam Smith. Which set of ideas is more influential today? Conceptual

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Mercantilism was an economic theory that...

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What is the reputation for which Francis Bacon is largely acclaimed, and how do his actual accomplishments differ from those for which he is famous? Conceptual

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What is the connection between the discoveries of the Scientific Revolution and the development of deism? Was science essentially anti-Christian? Did early scientists have any religious concerns? Why do you think the intellectuals from the Enlightenment embraced deism rather than atheism? Conceptual

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What are the ideological links between Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, Newton, and Brahe? Explain how each of these philosophers built upon the work of his predecessors. Conceptual

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Enlightened absolutism is a term used to describe


A) the policies of rulers who strengthened central administration to attempt enlightened reforms.
B) the philosophical movement to discover the ideal state.
C) the discovery of scientific truth through empirical methods.
D) the proper educational program for prospective European rulers.

E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

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Which of these reforms was carried out by Joseph II?


A) abolition of serfdom
B) reform of manorial courts
C) tax reform
D) All of these answers are correct.

E) None of the above
F) All of the above

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Adam Smith is associated with


A) government control of the economy.
B) mercantilism.
C) the forces of religion.
D) laissez-faire economic thought.

E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

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What roles did women play in the world of the Scientific Revolution? How and why were a few women able to transcend these roles? Conceptual

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During the Scientific Revolution, women were primarily excluded from participating in scientific endeavors. They were often limited to roles as assistants, illustrators, or patrons of male scientists. However, a few women were able to transcend these roles and make significant contributions to the scientific world. One way in which some women were able to transcend these roles was through access to education and resources. Women who had access to education, often through privileged backgrounds or supportive families, were able to pursue scientific interests and make important discoveries. For example, Margaret Cavendish, a noblewoman in 17th century England, was able to publish several scientific works and engage in philosophical debates despite the societal limitations placed on women. Another way in which women were able to transcend traditional roles during the Scientific Revolution was through their connections and networks. Some women were able to gain access to scientific circles and collaborate with male scientists, allowing them to contribute to scientific advancements. For example, Maria Winkelmann, a German astronomer, was able to work alongside her husband and other prominent astronomers of her time, allowing her to make significant contributions to the field. Furthermore, a few women were able to transcend traditional roles by challenging societal norms and expectations. By defying gender expectations and advocating for their right to participate in scientific pursuits, these women were able to carve out spaces for themselves in the scientific world. For example, Émilie du Châtelet, a French mathematician and physicist, actively pursued her scientific interests and made important contributions despite facing criticism and discrimination. Overall, while women were largely excluded from the scientific world during the Scientific Revolution, a few were able to transcend these roles through access to education and resources, connections and networks, and by challenging societal norms. Their contributions helped pave the way for future generations of women in science.

How well do the terms "enlightened' and "absolutist" fit the policies of rulers such as Frederick II, Catherine II, and Joseph II? What do you think motivated their reforms? What does the partition of Poland indicate about the spirit of "enlightened absolutism"? Conceptual

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How did Enlightenment thinkers view the role of women? How much, if at all, did the Enlightenment affect the position of women in European society? Was their treatment of women a continuation or departure from their other beliefs? Conceptual

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Enlightenment thinkers had varying views...

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What was the Scientific Revolution, and why is that term in some ways a misnomer? Conceptual

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According to Rousseau (Document, pp. 552-553) , the respective roles of men and women


A) are complimentary, although men play a much more important role in society than women.
B) are characterized by the domination of men; women have no viable part in social life.
C) have historically been based on mutual agreement.
D) are completely separate, with only minimal contact between the two sexes.

E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

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Why does the text argue that Voltaire was by far the most influential of the philosophes? Conceptual

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