Even though the Enlightenment period and the Renaissance were at different times in history, how were the two historical periods similar? both eras encouraged the questioning of tradition and traditional authority

both eras relied on the use of the scientific method to discover universal truths

art of both eras are based on impressionism

advanced technology was crucial for both eras

Washington said that the united states would be "friendly and impartial" in regard to foreign conflict. what was his reason behind this statement? a jefferson and washington had determined the u.s. was too weak to wage war. b the u.s. had a treaty with both england and france, and was thus required to remain neutral. c france asked for the united states to stay out of the war, due to trade relationships. d a special envoy from england asked for strict neutrality on behalf of the united states.