USA HISTORY

THE ROAD TO REVOLUTION 1700 1774

THE AMERICAN ENLIGHTENMENT INTELLECTUAL AND SOCIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What influence did the Scientific Revolution have on the Enlightenment in Europe?
A
Natural laws were used to explain human affairs.
B
Economic growth was slowed by the lack of useable technology.
C
Scientific truths were used to justify absolute monarchies.
D
The emphasis on religious doctrine led to the rejection of scientific ideas.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Scientific Revolution influenced the development of the Enlightenment values of individualism because it demonstrated the power of the human mind. The ability of scientists to come to their own conclusions rather than deferring to instilled authority confirmed the capabilities and worth of the individual.

Detailed explanation-2: -Leading the Way for The Enlightenment The scientific revolution laid the foundations for the Age of Enlightenment, which centered on reason as the primary source of authority and legitimacy, and emphasized the importance of the scientific method.

Detailed explanation-3: -how did the scientific revolution lead to the enlightenment? The scientific revolution led to the enlightenment by applying reason to society, while using the scientific method it challenged beliefs from the church and also the government.

Detailed explanation-4: -The sudden emergence of new information during the Scientific Revolution called into question religious beliefs, moral principles, and the traditional scheme of nature. It also strained old institutions and practices, necessitating new ways of communicating and disseminating information.

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