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Which phrases best describe the goals of the Enlightenment? Check all that apply.to preserve the divine right of kingsto understand the world from a secular perspectiveto examine the natural rights that humans possessto uphold past principles without examinationto question the source of authority

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to preserve the divine right of kings
B
to understand the world from a secular perspective
C
to examine the natural rights that humans possess
D
to uphold past principles without examination
E
to question the source of authority
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Read the excerpt, then answer the question. According to Montesquieu, what would happen in an absolute monarchy?

A
Laws could not be enacted.
B
Citizens could lose their freedom.
C
Tyranny would be avoided.
D
Powers would be limited.
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What is the main argument of this passage?

A
Educating women will stop the progress of knowledge.
B
Women must be educated to properly educate their children.
C
Children should be educated to be seen and not heard.
D
Patriotism should not be taught in schools.

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