Enlightenment and Revolution Flashcards
What is the heliocentric theory?
That planets revolve around the sun.
Who proposed the heliocentric theory?
Copernicus
What did Isaac Newton explain?
He explained the laws of gravity, where all objects are attracted to all other object, pulling them towards each other.
What were the philisophes general beliefs?
Their beliefs were to help better the government for a better society.
What is baroque art?
A very ornate and classical theme that is very intricate.
What is neoclassical art?
Based off of Greek and/or Roman themes.
Who was Catherine the Great influenced by?
Cescare Beccaria, she was influenced by him because he attempted to reform the justice system and so did she.
Who wrote the Decleration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Who influenced the bill of rights?
John Locke
What was the stamp act?
A revolt on taxes by the colonists, specifically about tea.
List four philisophes
John Locke, Montesquieu, Voltaire, and Rosseau
What were John Lockes primary ideas on government?
Life, Liberty, and Property, is what the government should always protect.
What were Voltaires primary ideas on government?
Church vs. State, in which they should be seperated.
What were Montesquieu primary ideas on government?
Seperation of powers, like Legislative, Judicial, and Executive, therefore no one person has too much power
What were Rousseau’s primary ideas on government?
Believed the government and the people were in a social contract
