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2. 18 th century movement Stressed the use of logic and reasoning in answering societal questions Outgrowth of the Scientific Revolution Led to many revolutions (political) around the world ENLIGHTENMENT

3. English philosopher Believed that the job of the government is to protect the natural rights of its citizens JOHN LOCKE

4. English Philosopher who believed that the job of government was to protect the lives of each citizen, regardless of ones rights. Man is evil. THOMAS HOBBES

5. According to John Locke… Three rights that everyone is born with: Life Liberty Property NATURAL RIGHTS

6. The right to rule comes from the consent of the people POPULAR SOVEREIGNTY

7. The right to rule comes from God DIVINE RIGHT OF KINGS

8. An agreement between people and their government which gives the ruler the right to rule How people choose their government SOCIAL CONTRACT

9. Thought up by Montesquieu A division of power among different branches of government This ensures that no part of the government gets too strong SEPARATION OF POWERS