18th-century Europe
Definition
Refers to the period between 1701 and 1800, spanning across various European countries during this specific century.
Related terms
Enlightenment: A philosophical movement that emphasized reason, science, and individual rights as a means for social progress and reform during the 18th century.
Industrial Revolution: A period marked by significant technological advancements and changes in manufacturing processes that had profound effects on economic development, social structures, and living conditions.
Absolutism: A system where monarchs held complete power over their states without any checks or limitations on their authority.
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Practice Questions (13)
What was a major ideology that emerged in 18th-century Europe?
What were the primary causes of population growth in the 18th-century Europe?
Which philosophical movement in the 18th-century Europe emphasized reason, individualism, and skepticism towards traditional institutions?
What was one major similarity between the lives of the bourgeoisie and peasantry in 18th-century Europe?
What spurred the significant population growth in 18th-century Europe?
Which of the following societal shifts in 18th-century Europe most directly led to the expansion of literacy rates?
What architectural style is characterized by grandeur, drama, and elaborate ornamentation prominent in 18th-century Europe?
What distinguished the artistic styles of Rococo and Neoclassicism in 18th-century Europe?
What aspect of Enlightened Despotism continued throughout 18th-century Europe despite shifts in political ideologies?
Who is the author of "The Wealth of Nations", a text that discusses economic liberalization and free-trade principles in the context of 18th-century Europe?
How did Marxist theory interpret class struggle within the context of industrialization in 18th-century Europe?
Which activities were enjoyed by the middle class in 18th-century Europe?
What was a primary cause of tensions between the nobility and bourgeoisie in 18th-century Europe?
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