They found coal and iron and disciplined workers, a growing population, and a technologically advanced society with research.
The successes of the Scientific Revolution, and Newton’s achievement in particular, provided inspiration to innovators for centuries to come. It was proof that we could advance knowledge, that we could understand the world, that science and mathematics were powerful tools. It was a down payment on Bacon’s promise: that life could be bettered through the discovery of useful knowledge.
The Missouri Compromise was a strategic solution by Henry Clay to keep the slave and free states equal. It prevented conflict between the north and south as both regions had equal representation in congress regarding state senate votes
I believe it was due to irritation at the church for not allowing more independent thoughts, i hope it helps
