English Enlightenment

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Across
  1. 2. – Franklin’s famous invention for protecting buildings.
  2. 3. – Philosopher whose ideas about natural rights influenced America’s founders.
  3. 6. – Jefferson’s Virginia home.
  4. 9. – Enlightenment thinkers believed society should be guided by this.
  5. 10. – A gathering place where Enlightenment ideas were discussed.
  6. 11. – Eyeglasses invented by Franklin.
  7. 12. – French Enlightenment writer who championed free speech.
Down
  1. 1. – Key word from his famous declaration: “Give me ___ or give me death!”
  2. 4. – Controversial 1807 act passed during Jefferson’s presidency.
  3. 5. – Type of publication Franklin produced under the name "Poor Richard."
  4. 7. – Patrick Henry was known as an exceptional one.
  5. 8. – Document Jefferson drafted in 1776.