Enlightenment Flashcards
A political theory that says a person is born with basic right that a government cannot deny.
Natural rights
A system of law that is determined by nature.
Natural Law
A contract between the people and the governing body.
Social contract
Allows businesses to operate with little to no interference by the government.
Laissez Faire
The suppression of words or ideas by the government.
Censorship
Meeting place where people often exchanged ideas.
Salon
Absolute monarchs that were inspired by the enlightenment.
Enlightened despot
Government ruled by a few.
Oligarchy
The French middle class.
Bourgeoise
Having pride and loyalty to your country.
Nationalism
The idea that a course of action can maximize society’s happiness.
Utilitarianism
The growth of towns and cities.
Urbanization
Collective ownership of property ; a classless society.
Communism
Member of the working class.
Proletariat
Major industries are owned and controlled by the government.
Socialism
