Pierre Bayle's Skepticism

question 34

Multiple Choice

Pierre Bayle's skepticism

• A) aimed at undermining the Newtonian synthesis.
• B) became the guiding principle behind the Encyclopédia.
• C) dealt a serious blow to revealed religion and pointed in the direction of natural religion.
• D) led to his expulsion from France and execution in Geneva.
• E) gained the support of a number of Calvinist clergymen.

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Definitions:

Covertly

In a hidden or concealed manner; done secretly or without open acknowledgment.

Descriptive

Related to describing or giving an account of something in words, including detailed information or characteristics.

Inferences

The act of drawing conclusions from data or evidence.