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| The movement in philosophy that took place in the 17th and 18th centuries. This movement emphasized rational thought and investigating government and society. |
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Enlightenment philosopher that emphasized people's rights to "life, liberty, and property."
He believed that a government's power came from the people.
If the government does not respect people's natural rights, the people have the right to overthrow it. |
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| Believed that people are good and peaceful by nature. People should be trusted with power. People deserve a direct democracy. |
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| French philosopher who believed in an Enlightened monarchy- a monarchy that gives people freedoms such as freedom of speech, press, and religion. |
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| Believed that a government's power should be separated into three branches. This way, tyranny can be avoided. |
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| Queen of England- although she believed that she was chosen by God to rule, she shared power with Parliament in a LIMITED MONARCHY. |
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| "The Sun King" was an asbolute monarch who wanted all the power for himself- he did not want to share power with anyone! |
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| Believed in women's rights. She was unhappy with all governments because they did not give women any power. |
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| English philosopher who believed that people are selfish, ambitious, and deserve to be ruled by an absolute monarchy. |
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