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Unit 12: Enlightenment and French Revolution
For this Enlightenment lesson, students respond to 34 short answer questions about John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, Baron de Montesquieu, Jean Jacques Rousseau, Voltaire, Denis Diderot, and Mary Wollstonecraft.
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The French Revolution caused a... T.E.R.R.O.R.
In this French Revolution study guide worksheet, learners read a brief overview pertaining to the time period in French history and then respond to 10 reflection questions.
Beverly Hills High School
Dawn of the Revolution to The Reign of Terror
What was France like before the Revolution? Set the scene for the French Revolution with an informative PowerPoint presentation that covers the political, economic, and social divisions that led the people to revolt.
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History of France: Big Picture
In this French history study guide worksheet, young scholars read a brief overview pertaining to major events in history of France from circa 1500 to the present.
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Revolutions in Latin America (19c - Early 20c)
The history of the Latin American revolutions - and the philosophies behind them - is the focus of this comprehensive presentation. From the theories of the European Enlightenment, to the Revolutionary Wars of America and France, Latin...
Eserver
E Server: Voltaire and Frederick the Great
A good article which links together these two major figures. the information on Voltaire is mostly biographical, concentrating on the effects and influence of his work.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Gabrielle Emilie Le Tonnelier De Breteuil Chatelet
This page on French mathematician Emilie de Chatelet offers details of her life and work. Quotes from Voltaire, du Chatelet herself, and others mark how extraordinary it was for a woman of her day to study and write of mathematics and...
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Etc: Clip Art Etc: Voltaire (Francois Marie Abouet)
(1694-1778) French poet, historian, and philosopher
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Etc: Clip Art Etc: Voltaire (Francois Marie Abouet)
(1694-1778) French poet, historian, and philosopher
Agnes Scott College
Agnes Scott College: Emilie Du Chatelet
Here's a short biography of the fascinating Emilie du Chatelet, French mathematician of the 18th century. She balanced math, motherhood, and marriage, plus a place in the French court and friendship with Voltaire, and "helped shape the...
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Wichita State University: Emilie, Marquise Du Chatelet
This straightforward biography of the French mathematician Emilie de Chatelet covers basics of her life and times. Her friendship with Voltaire, translation of Newton, and tragic early death are included.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Voltaire
A French philosopher during the French Enlightenment.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Voltaire
A French Englightenment writer and philosopher, who is well known for his advocacy of civil liberties.