The Overriding Goal of the Enlightenment Was ________

question 58

Multiple Choice

The overriding goal of the Enlightenment was ________.

• A) to undermine superstition and ignorance through the application of reason
• B) to broaden the application of scientific values and methodology beyond the university
• C) to discover the laws of the universe and apply them in an attempt to reform society
• D) to develop a public sphere where individuals could openly discuss and debate ideas
• E) to bring the light of reason to the world

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