Age of Enlightenment Flashcards
The Earth is the center of the universe, with all planetary objects rotating around the Earth.
Geocentric Theory
An ecclesiastical tribunal established for the suppression of heresy. Notorious for the use of torture.
Inquisition
A logical procedure for gathering and testing ideas
Scientific Method
Knowledge is derived from experience and observation.
Empiricism (Experimental Method)
Injecting live germs into a body to promote immunity against a disease.
Inoculation
The Sun is the center of the universe.
Heliocentric Theory
Invented in 1590. Anton van Leeuwenhoek used this to observe bacteria in tooth scrapings.
Microscope
The intellectual movement stressed reason, thought and the power of individuals to solve problems.
The Enlightenment
The use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people’s actions and decisions.
Satire
Hostesses held social gatherings in large drawing rooms filled with philosophers, writers, artists, and scientists.
Salon
The ability to read and write.
Literate
A grand, ornate design. Elaborate decoration
Baroque
A focus on simple and elegant design with themes from Greece and Rome
Neoclassical
A lengthy work of prose fiction
Novel
Absolute ruler
Enlightened Despot
Motivated to make their country stronger, make their rule more effective