World History
Name: ___________________________
Study Guide
Scientific Revolution, Enlightenment & England’s path to Limited Monarchy
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Multiple Choice and Short Answer format.
Textbook reading for Test: 156-159, 165-182
[you are responsible for ALL material in these pages]
All Class Handouts (know the philosophers grid!)
Definitions from Term Set #3 & #4
MATERIAL COVERED:
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The test will cover the Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment in depth/detail
There will be some questions directly from the textbook reading that we have not mentioned in class
o This test will clearly tell me who is reading and who is not! (please spend time reviewing the pages listed above)
There will also be quotes from many of the Philosophes—you should know their philosophy and choice of Gov’t
Understand the Rise of Absolutism in Europe during the 17 th century?
You should be familiar with the rule of Louis XIV in France
Finally, you are responsible for the path to Limited Monarchy in England….From Elizabeth I to William & Mary
STUDY GUIDE:
Test review questions for the Scientific Revolution & Enlightenment:
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How did the Renaissance & Reformation help lay the groundwork for the scientific revolution?
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2) List 4 significant scientific figures during the scientific revolution and explain their scientific theories
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3) How did this “new” approach to science represent a challenge to tradition and authority?
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Describe the period of time known as the Enlightenment. (when occurred, what it was, ideas established)
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List 5 Philosophes and briefly summarize their philosophy which challenged
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Describe the period known as the Age of Absolutism.
o Why & why did it occur
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7) Describe the rule of Louis XIV.
o Time period, type of government, key accomplishments/failures
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8) ESSAY PROMPT:
Evaluate the accuracy of the following statement
A limited monarchy is a better form of government than an absolute monarchy..
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Mention at least 3 philosophes in your essay
England (limited) and France (absolute) are excellent examples to cite in this essay
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