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- 4. (1588-1679)an English philosopher known for his 1651 work "Leviathan," which advocated for strong central authority to avoid chaos and civil war.
- 5. (Enlightenment Context)an absolute ruler who embraced progressive policies inspired by Enlightenment ideals.
- 7. (1632-1704)an English philosopher, in his 1690 works like "Two Treatises of Government," argued for government as a social contract and advocated for natural rights including life, liberty, and property.
- 8. (1741-1790)known for his radical reforms including religious tolerance and administrative overhauls in the spirit of enlightened absolutism.
- 9. (1712-1778)a Geneva-born philosopher, in works like "The Social Contract" (1762), emphasized the importance of individual freedom and direct democracy.
- 11. (1694-1778)a French writer and philosopher, was renowned for his wit, criticism of the Catholic Church, and advocacy of freedom of speech and religion.
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- 1. (1600-1750)an art style, featured dramatic, detailed, and grandiose visual expressions, dominant in Europe during the 17th and early 18th centuries.
- 2. (1689-1755)a French political philosopher known for his theory of separation of powers, as outlined in "The Spirit of the Laws" (1748).
- 3. (Enlightenment Era)the suppression of ideas, books, and discussions considered radical or contrary to the ruling class's values.
- 6. (1730-1780)an artistic style known for its ornate, lighter, and more playful qualities, prevalent in late 18th-century Europe.
- 10. (17th-18th Century)social gatherings hosted often by influential women where intellectuals discussed ideas central to the Enlightenment.