Early Modern Europe
-Francois-Marie Arouet was a French political thinker and philosopher whose written works in the 18th century inspired the American and French revolution. What is the pseudonym he used for his work?

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Francois-Marie Arouet known more famously by his pen name, Voltaire, was a leading Enlightenment thinker who believed in social justice, republicanism, and religious tolerance. His political views helped inspire both the American and French Revolutions in the 18th century. As a writer, Voltaire used his wit and satire to provide commentary on the French government. In his writing, he used satirical polemics to drive in a point, so that it would be easily digested by the reader.

Early Modern Europe -Francois-Marie Arouet Was a French Political Thinker and Philosopher Whose