The system of representative government,the structure of law,and the emphasis on individual liberty all derive from which European trend of thought?
A) renaissance
B) enlightenment
C) romanticism
D) realism

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The Enlightenment was a movement in 18th century Europe that emphasized reason, science, and individualism. It was during this time that many of the foundational principles of representative government, the rule of law, and individual liberty were developed and put into practice. The other options (Renaissance, Romanticism, and Realism) were all important cultural and artistic movements, but did not have as direct of an impact on political structures or individual rights.

The System of Representative Government,the Structure of Law,and the Emphasis