Question

Each statement is true of the Enlightenment EXCEPT:

a. It sought to justify the divine right of kings.
b. It influenced the American Founding Fathers.
c. It began in Western Europe in the 18th century.
d. It was heavily influenced by the histories of ancient civilizations.

Answer 1

Answer: A : It sought to justify the divine right of kings.

Explanation: took the test on edge

Answer 2

Each statement is true of the Enlightenment except a) It sought to justify the divine right of kings. The Enlightenment was a period where there was more of an emphasis on reason and analysis, than on religion and tradition, and the question of government and state were very much put into question. Many enlightenment thinkers wanted to have a government that was less authoritarian and wanted the separation of church and state.