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The 18The 18thth Century : The Century : The Period of EnlightenmentPeriod of Enlightenment
In this unit we are talking about revolutions. Specifically the English and the French Revolutions.
Today we are discussing the philosophical thoughts – the new ideas - that contributed to new ways of
thinking about politics and government.
The The EnlightenmentEnlightenment
At this time science and technology
exploded with new knowledge.
John LockeJohn LockeAt the same time, philosophers applied scientific principles to
the study of government and
society.
They emphasized the use of reason – to free themselves from ignorance and superstition.
Thomas Hobbes Thomas Hobbes
Through this, the philosophers felt
people could perfect themselves and
society.
The The EnlightenmentEnlightenment
Prior to this who was
believed to hold all the
social, economic and
political power?
These philosophers presented many different theories on how government and society should
be run.
This radically changed people’s view of society.
1. Read page 1 to 5 in your textbook.
2. Take notes from the reading on POWER OF KINGS handout.
Student Project:
YouTube - The Most Significant Moment In History "The Enlightenment"