Asked by Alexandria Jackson on Sep 25, 2024
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What does the textbook identify as a key factor in the development of the concept of public opinion during the late eighteenth century?
A) an increase in the publication of newspapers
B) the increase in salons throughout France
C) the publication of scientific tracts from royal societies
D) the opening of museums in Western Europe
E) an increase in the number of middle-class men attending universities
Public Opinion
The collective preferences or views of a people on topics of interest or importance, often measured through surveys or opinion polls.
Newspapers
Publications containing written news, features, and advertising, typically issued daily or weekly.
- Investigate the notion of public sentiment in the Enlightenment era and its impact on contemporary democratic procedures.
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Evette Raperabout 7 hours ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The textbook identifies an increase in the publication of newspapers as a key factor in the development of the concept of public opinion during the late eighteenth century. With the rise of newspapers, people were exposed to a greater amount of information and were able to form opinions on current events and public policies.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the notion of public sentiment in the Enlightenment era and its impact on contemporary democratic procedures.