Question

Rousseau's ideas of "natural law" led to his publication of The Social Contract in 1763. His writings reflect Enlightenment ideals because he desired

A) greater rights for common people.
B) harmony between faith and reason.
C) a return to the primacy of the Catholic Church.
D) a rebirth of the classical ideals of Greece and Rome.

Answer 1

The correct answer is A because Rousseau's ideas of "natural law" led to his publication of The Social Contract in 1763. His writings reflect Enlightenment ideals because he desired greater rights for common people. Along with John Locke and other Enlightenment writers, Rousseau's work had a great impact on the American and French Revolutions.

Answer 2

The best and most correct answer among the choices provided by the question is the second choice. He emphasized the harmony between faith and religion. I hope my answer has come to your help. God bless and have a nice day ahead!