As has been the case historically, the most densely populated parts of the United States are east of the Mississippi River. Rings of decreasing population density radiate out from the major urban centers of New York, Philadelphia, and Washington along the East Coast.
Answer:
The answer is the Enlightenment.
Explanation:
The Enlightenment was a period during which the source of all knowledge was believed to be based on reason and the senses. It took place between the 17th and 19th century.
Intellectuals of the time used to circulate their ideas through academic meetings, as well as books and journals.
The goal was to persuade the States that the time had come to declare their independence from Mother England for the United Colonies.
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