Louis XN's reign

    Questions 1. In what ways did Louis XN's reign epitomize the development of royal absolutism? Be exhaustive in your response 2. Which scientists do you feel were most important for the Scientific Revolution? Explain the contribution their innovations or discoveries made. How did the Scientific Revolution influence the Enlightenment, and which scientific ideas were most influential? 3. Read Locke, "The Second Treatise on Government' and answer the following: What was the role of nature in Locke's ideal government? In other words, what is the man's natural state? Why would men relinquish the natural state to form a government? What advantages does government offer? How does Locke's proposed system guard against absolute or arbitrary power? Finally, in examination of Locke's essay, how did the Enlightenment affect the lower classes of Europe? 4. Compare the similarities and differences between the American and French Revolutions. Be as exhaustive as possible in your response. 5. What worldwide effects did the Haitian Revolution have? Be exhaustive in your response .