Asked by Rishi Suresh on Sep 29, 2024

Who was a leading advocate of the Enlightenment in France?

A) John Locke
B) Louis XVI
C) Isaac Newton
D) Voltaire

Enlightenment

An intellectual and philosophical movement that dominated the world of ideas in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, emphasizing reason, individualism, and skepticism of traditional doctrines.

Voltaire

Voltaire was the pen name of François-Marie Arouet (1694-1778), a French Enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher known for his advocacy of freedom of speech, separation of church and state, and civil liberties.

France

A country in Western Europe known for its rich history, culture, and contributions to art, philosophy, and science.

  • Identify the contributions of Enlightenment intellectuals to the evolution of 18th-century art and culture.