Each statement is true of the Enlightenment EXCEPT:

Question

A.
It sought to justify the divine right of kings.
B.
It influenced the American Founding Fathers.
C.
It began in Western Europe in the 18th century.
D.
It was heavily influenced by the histories of ancient civilizations

Answer 1

The statement that is NOT true of the Enlightenment is:

A. It sought to justify the divine right of kings.

The Enlightenment was characterized by a focus on reason, individualism, and skepticism of traditional authority, including the divine right of kings. Instead, it promoted ideas about democracy, liberty, and the rights of individuals.