Question

Which phrases best describe the goals of the Enlightenment? Check all that apply.

to preserve the divine right of kings
to understand the world from a secular perspective
to examine the natural rights that humans possess
to uphold past principles without examination
to question the source of authority

Answer 1

Check these:
- to understand the world from a secular perspective — Yes
- to examine the natural rights that humans possess — Yes
- to question the source of authority — Yes

Do NOT check:
- to preserve the divine right of kings
- to uphold past principles without examination

Brief why: Enlightenment thinkers promoted reason, science, and secular inquiry, emphasized natural rights and social/political contracts, and challenged traditional authorities (including divine-right monarchy and unexamined traditions).