During the Enlightenment, French thinkers known as philosophes believed that problems could be solved by A. using human reason.

B. relying on religious authority.

C. following Greek and Roman learning

D. forming a social contract.

What is one way the spanish war of independence encouraged those in the colonies to seek new political and economic rights? colonies took advantage of spain’s weakened ability to prevent rebellion. the disruptions caused by the war encouraged colonial merchants to seek markets in the pacific. the exposure to french ideas through the war convinced many in spain to provide these liberties to the colonies. the war with france made spain tighten their political and economic hold on the colonies in desperation.

What impact did company towns have on working conditions? company towns were ideal places to live because of the cheap prices of company stores. entertainment value in company towns made them attractions for those in rural areas. education provided by company towns workers to progress in the company. conditions in some towns indebted workers to trap them in the labor system.

Which passage from the gettysburg address best supports the central idea that freedom is worth the struggle