Question

many historians claim that the age of enlightenment ended around 1800. but the ideas of the enlightenment continued to impact political activity around the world for decades to come. for example, in parts of latin america, many mistreated and enslaved native groups overthrew colonial powers to create new governments.
look at the two maps. then answer the question below.
based on the information in the maps, which of the following statements are true? select the two that apply.
revolutions based on enlightenment ideas only happened in europe.
european countries gained control of more territory after several revolutions in the americas.
in 1800, many european countries had colonies in the americas.
most countries in latin america gained independence from european countries by 1830.

Explanation:

• The first statement is false because the text mentions Latin America (not in Europe) having revolutions based on Enlightenment ideas.
• The second statement is false as the maps show that after revolutions, European colonial control decreased (more green - independent countries in 1830 map).
• The third statement is true as the 1800 map shows various European countries (Spain, Portugal, France, etc.) with colonies in the Americas.
• The fourth statement is true as the 1830 map has a large area in green (representing independent countries), indicating most Latin American countries gained independence by 1830.

Answer:

C. In 1800, many European countries had colonies in the Americas.
D. Most countries in Latin America gained independence from European countries by 1830.