The Enlightenment Was Termed Such Because It

question 17

Multiple Choice

The Enlightenment was termed such because it

• A)embraced the idea of a heliocentric universe in a society of devoted intellectuals.
• B)was carried out by only a few "enlightened" thinkers who were often opposed by political and religious leaders.
• C)proposed a fusion of religious ideas of Christianity and Buddhism.
• D)suggested that open criticism and change of society would lighten the oppression of absolutist leaders.
• E)provided that new science would "light" the way to a better society.

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Definitions:

Drive-Reduction Theory

A theory of motivation proposing that the primary motivation of all organisms is to reduce their drives, such as hunger, thirst, or the need for warmth.

Stimulus Motive Theory

The concept that behavior is motivated by a desire to increase stimulation in order to maintain an optimal level of arousal.

Evolutionary Theory

A scientific theory that explains how species change over time through mechanisms like natural selection and genetic variation.

Cognitive Appraisal Theory

A theory in psychology that describes the process in which an individual evaluates and interprets a situation, influencing their emotional reaction.