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Transformation in thinking that occurred in the 1500's and 1600's caused by scientific observation, experimentation, and questioning of traditional opinions. It changed the way Europeans looked at the world. What did the Greek astronomer Ptolemy believe? He believed the Earth was the center of the universe.
Explanation:
Homer: Author credited with creating the Iliad and the Odyssey (The only person in the group of words)
Epic: A long narrative poem about a heroic figure (Where the phrase "epic" came from)
Oligarchy: Government ruled by a small group of power people
Mythology: Traditional stories used to explain natural events
Polis: A Greek City-State (Literally the word meaning city)
The Enlightenment influenced the American Revolution in numerous ways, with core Enlightenment ideals including liberty, equality and justice leading the creation of conditions for the American Revolution and the Constitution that followed. Many ideas and concepts, including natural rights, freedom from oppression, and innovative ways of thinking regarding government structure came directly from Enlightenment philosophers, and helped to form firm foundations for colonialism and modern day America.
