What was the Enlightenment?

A. The personal architectural style of Thomas Jefferson

B. A philosophy that stressed individual rights and individual logic

C. An artistic movement that strove to revitalize the styles of ancient Rome and

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D. The invention of the light bulb

B. A philosophy that stressed individual rights and individual logic.

Explanation:

The Enlightenment was a philosophical movement that began in Europe during the late 17th and early 18th century. This intellectual movement emphasized the individual, as opposed to the group. It focused on several political ideas such as natural rights, equality of men, sovereignty and the social contract. It also emphasized the importance of reason and logic when trying to acquire knowledge about the world.