Explore the Age of Enlightenment

The Age of Enlightenment

The Age of Enlightenment, also known as the Age of Reason, was a period in the 17th and 18th centuries when intellectual and philosophical ideas spread throughout Europe. Thinkers like Voltaire, John Locke, and Immanuel Kant challenged traditional beliefs and promoted individual rights, reason, and scientific progress.

The Enlightenment influenced revolutions, such as the American and French Revolutions, and laid the groundwork for modern democracy. Explore this transformative period in history in this word search puzzle.

Did You Know?

• Voltaire was a French philosopher who promoted freedom of speech and religious tolerance.
• John Locke’s ideas on government and natural rights influenced the American Declaration of Independence.
• The Enlightenment led to the rise of public education, scientific inquiry, and new forms of government.
• Immanuel Kant’s philosophy focused on ethics and human reason, challenging people to think for themselves.