4.1.1.1.2 - The Enlightenment (18th Century)
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Define the term 'Enlightenment'.
💡 Hint: It was an era of significant philosophical changes.
Name one major theme of the Enlightenment.
💡 Hint: Think about what authors wanted to promote during this era.
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What key concept did the Enlightenment primarily focus on?
💡 Hint: Think about what philosophers of the time advocated for.
True or False: The Enlightenment led to a rise in questioning traditional authority.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the movements that arose during this period.
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Discuss how the themes of individual liberty and social critique are represented in one Enlightenment text and compare it with a contemporary work.
💡 Hint: Analyze similarities and differences in the exploration of these themes.
Evaluate the impact of the Enlightenment on subsequent literary movements, providing examples of how these ideals are reflected in later literature.
💡 Hint: Consider both thematic and stylistic evolution in your examples.
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