Question

How did the ideals of the Enlightenment ultimately conflict with the actions of the British government in the years leading up to the American Revolution?

Answer 1

Answer:

Enlightenment promote the concept of government ruled by the people. The British government at that time, advocated for a government ruled by the king.

Explanation:

The founding fathers of United States were heavily influenced by the philosophers during the age of enlightenment. Those philosopher advocated for a society where the people held the highest control within the government. They reject the idea of people obtaining power through birth right, They wanted a society that make its decision through the will of the majority of the people.

The British government at that time, did the exact opposite. As a country with a monarchy system, A king held the absolute power in Britain. They imposed this same concept to every colonial territory that they conquered, including United States.

The difference in ideal was one of the major factors that caused the American Revolution. The United States colonists believed that they should break free from the influence of British government and formed their own Democratic system.