Exam 6: A New Order for the Ages: 1755-1839
What are the major points of debate during this era over how, why, and when political change can and should take place? What are the strengths and weaknesses of the competing positions?
During this era, the major points of debate over how, why, and when political change can and should take place revolve around the role of government, the rights of individuals, and the balance of power within society.
One major point of debate is the role of government in initiating political change. Some argue that government should be the primary driver of change through legislation and policy implementation, while others believe that change should come from grassroots movements and societal pressure on the government.
Another point of debate is the timing of political change. Some argue for gradual, incremental change to avoid destabilizing society, while others advocate for more immediate and radical change to address pressing social and economic issues.
The reasons for political change are also a point of contention. Some believe that change should be driven by a desire for greater equality and justice, while others argue that change should be motivated by economic growth and national security.
The strengths of the competing positions lie in their ability to address different aspects of political change. Those advocating for government-driven change can leverage the resources and authority of the state to enact widespread reforms, while grassroots movements can mobilize public opinion and bring attention to marginalized issues.
However, the weaknesses of these positions lie in their potential to overlook the needs and perspectives of certain groups within society. Government-driven change may neglect the voices of marginalized communities, while grassroots movements may struggle to achieve widespread impact without the support of government institutions.
Overall, the debate over how, why, and when political change can and should take place is essential for shaping the future of society and ensuring that the needs of all individuals are considered in the process of change.
One of the obstacles to achieving stability in Spanish American states after they achieved independence was:
Which of the following phrases reflect underlying themes or beliefs of Enlightenment thinkers?
I. "Dare to Know!" or; "Have the courage to use your understanding."
II. "The perfectibility of man is unlimited."
III. A monarch "need render account to no one for what he orders."
IV. Life is "…short nasty, and brutish…"
Which of the following did not advocate for women's equality?
Enlightenment thinkers in the field of economics suggested which of the following?
The political upheaval produced by the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars (1789 - 1815) contributed to which of the following?
I. It inspired the formation of the first republic of the Western Hemisphere governed by former slaves.
II. It inspired governments across Europe to extend the right to vote to women in the 1820s.
III. It inspired revolutions throughout Central and South America leading to new states independent of Spain and Portuguese imperial controls.
IV. It inspired a line of conservative thought that societies needed stability and change should come very gradually rather than risk dramatic turmoil.
Political debates unleashed by the "Age of Revolution" include:
A consistent characteristic for all imperial and newly written constitutional reforms undertaken between 1755 and 1839 was
The authors of the US Declaration of Independence relied for key concepts on the political philosophy of:
An important idea about political organization that grew dramatically during the Age of Napoleon was:
As the Spanish and Portuguese Empires in the Americas collapsed:
Which of the following two events have the most direct causal relationship?
What kinds of obstacles existed to creating and implementing "enlightened reforms"? How were these obstacles addressed in different states? What were the consequences of efforts to impose reforms from above?
What do you see as the most prevalent social, economic, and/or political conditions that sparked revolutionary upheaval during this era?
Enlightenment thinkers advocated the use of ___________ in decision-making.
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