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Colonial Life

Chapter 3 Section 4. Colonial Life. European cultural movement that challenged the authority of the church in science and philosophy (Elevates the power of Human reason). Rationalism: The emphasis on logic and reason. Enlightenment:.

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Colonial Life

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  1. Chapter 3 Section 4 Colonial Life

  2. European cultural movement that challenged the authority of the church in science and philosophy (Elevates the power of Human reason). Rationalism: The emphasis on logic and reason. Enlightenment:

  3. John Locke: He argued that all citizens had basic rights (Life, Liberty, and Property) and society could be improved. States that people are born with blank slates and that they can be shaped by society and education. Role of Citizen: Make society better. Enlightened Writers:

  4. Jean Jacques Rousseau: French Philosopher. Argued that government and its laws should be created by the people. Spoke out against the monarchs of Europe who limited the rights of the people.

  5. Baron Montesquieu: He argues that to protect citizens rights, a government should be separated into branches to create a system of checks and balances. 3 branches: Executive, Legislative, Judicial

  6. Religious movement involving the revival of religion in the colonies. Ministers began to spread the message of God through revivals (Large group meeting for prayer/preaching). All sections of the country experienced revivals (Born Again Christians, Baptists encouraged African American involvement). The idea of having an internal emotional connection with God was a central idea of the Great Awakening. Great Awakening:

  7. This movement was the last major cultural development in colonies before American Revolution. Results: These movements served to emphasize individualism and supported American political independence. Enlightenment: Provided arguments against the British. Great Awakening: Under minded allegiances with traditional English authority.

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