Which of the following states one way this enlightenment thinker influenced the american and french revolutions?
1. people should give up their rights in order to create a strong government.
2. the legislature has the right to make laws that give absolute power to a ruler.
3. people have the right to rebel if their rights are denied.
4. liberty can only be guaranteed in a direct democracy.

The Enlightenment influenced the American Revolution in numerous ways, with core Enlightenment ideals including liberty, equality and justice leading the creation of conditions for the American Revolution and the Constitution that followed. Many ideas and concepts, including natural rights, freedom from oppression, and innovative ways of thinking regarding government structure came directly from Enlightenment philosophers, and helped to form firm foundations for colonialism and modern day America

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