How Did the Enlightenment and Imperialism Relate to Each Other

question 36

Multiple Choice

How did the Enlightenment and imperialism relate to each other?

• A) Enlightened thinkers were strongly opposed to imperialism.
• B) Rulers used the methods and principles of the Enlightenment to advance imperialism.
• C) Enlightened thought often impeded the state-building necessary for imperialism.
• D) Enlightened thinkers were concerned with domestic rather than international affairs.

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