Question

Which idea comes from the enlightenment and is reflected in the constitution?

A. Political power ultimately rests with the people, not the government
B. People should elect representatives to vote on their behalf rather than voting directly
C. Political power is inherited and not determined by the people
D. Social class is an illusion, and it is a responsibility of government to eliminate it

Answer 1

The idea that comes from the enlightenment and is being reflected in the constitution is the political power should fall or rest on the people and not on the government as the government should know how to limit and clarify their own power. The correct answer is letter a.

Answer 2

A. Political power ultimately rests with the people, not the government

Enlightenment thinkers believed logic should guides decision making. They argued the logic of government lay in the people.

John Locke was the most notable Enlightenment thinker who argued the people must consent to their government. He also argued that the people had the right to change their government if it is not meeting their needs. The US Constitution gives the people the right to change their government as it is a government created "for the people by the people".