The French Revolution (Blog #10)

The causes of the French Revolution surround two main areas of interest. Those two areas include social and economic inequalities in the Old Regime.


Your Assignment:

1). Name the three social classes present in France during the late 18th and early 19th century.
2). Explain what groups of people made up each of these classes.
3). State reasons why the classes, and the discord among some, helped lead to the French Revolution.


Due: By Sunday 10/30/11 no later than 11:59p.m.

American Revolution (Blog #9)

Enlightenment ideas helped spur the American colonies to shed British rule and create a new nation. The revolution created a republic, the United States of America, that became a model for many nations of the world.


Your Assignment:

1.) To better understand the events that led to the American Revolution, come up with 3 causes of the Revolution that led to the break out of the war and explain them in detail.


Due: Sunday 10/23/11 by no later than 11:59pm

The Ruler and the State (Blog #8)

Enlightenment ideas spread through the Western World and profoundly influenced government. An "Enlightened" problem-solving approach to government and society prevails in modern civilization today.


Your Assignment:

1.) Explain the relationship between ruler and state. The old idea vs. new idea.

2.) Why must all rulers balance their philosophical goals with practical concerns about support from the people of their state.


Due: Sunday 10/16/11 by no later than 11:59pm

Core Beliefs of Philosophers (Blog #7)

To understand the views of different Enlightenment philosophers, you will need to identify 3 philosophers and analyze their core beliefs.


Your assignment:

Name 3 philosophers and their 3 core beliefs. Make sure you explain each core belief.


Due: Sunday 10/9/11 by no later than 11:59 p.m.