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Why is 1700–1789 in Europe called the Age of Reason? Describe the basic rationale for this description. Give concrete examples of individuals, literature, and movements. |
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Explain the status of women in the Age of Reason. Mention specific writers and their views of the roles of women. What notable women made contributions during this period? |
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Were any government leaders or monarchs interested in furthering the ideas of the Age of Reason to benefit their country's people? What is an enlightened despot? Give examples of rulers and what they attempted to or succeeded in accomplishing. |
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Describe the main characteristics of rococo painting and architecture. Give examples of specific artists and works of art to illustrate these characteristics. |
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Look at Figure 16.13. Identify this painting, its artist, and style. How does it exemplify its style/art historical period in subject matter and treatment? |
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