OER PROJECT VOCAB

The idea that citizens of a country are part of something bigger than themselves and that they are loyal to a set of national ideals and practices.

Of or pertaining to the fight to end slavery; a person who fought for the abolition (end) of slavery.

a person who favors the traditional and opposes rapid change; (in a political context) favoring free enterprise, private ownership, and socially traditional ideas

The power of self-government, with independence from outside control; autonomy.

Studied criminal law and the justice system ● Upset with harsh practices ● Torture often used to get confessions from the accused persons ○ Thumbs may be crushed in thumbscrew ○ Bodies may be stretched on rack until bones separated

Warned against superstition, error, and oppression (cruel or unjust treatment), celebrated religious tolerance and free speech

The working class, especially those that lack wealth and must sell their usually unskilled labor in order to survive.

Through study and travel, was inspired to take a scientific approach to the problems of human society-- to counter the absolute rule by kings (thought humans were naturally cruel, selfish, and greedy)

the improvement of wrong or bad conditions

Relating to democratic forms of government rather than monarchies or aristocracies; promotes individual rights, civil liberties, democracy, and free enterprise.

The policy of extending the rule or authority of one nation over others by territorial acquisition or through economic or political dominance.

● Believed that education was the key to gaining equality and freedom ● Called for reforms to give women the same education as men

The right to vote in a political election.

to do away with; to put a stop to

A political or economic theory in which community members own all property, resources, and the means of production, and control the distribution of goods.

Believed that too much power in the hands of any one person/group led to tyranny (promoted separation of powers)

The introduction of industry into a region or country.

Favored constitutional monarchy: a government has set of laws that limit the ruler’s power (concept of a social contract)

A competitive economic system in which products and production means are owned by individuals or private groups.