The Enlightenment Influence on Revolutions Quick Check

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How did changing social structures lead to revolution in Spanish colonies?(1 point)
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The rich grew richer in the Spanish colonies, leading to resentment.
The rich grew richer in the Spanish colonies, leading to resentment.

Enslaved people were a part of the lower class and wished to be free.
Enslaved people were a part of the lower class and wished to be free.

Influenced by Enlightenment thought, the poor resented the rich.
Influenced by Enlightenment thought, the poor resented the rich.

As economic growth gave people influence, they still had little power.

Answer 1

The correct response to how changing social structures led to revolution in Spanish colonies is:

Influenced by Enlightenment thought, the poor resented the rich.

This option emphasizes the impact of Enlightenment ideals on social structures and the resulting discontent among the lower classes toward the wealthy elite, contributing to revolutionary sentiments.