Edmund Burke - Key Ideas (1729–1797) (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What years did Edmund Burke live?
What years did Edmund Burke live?
1729-1797
What title is Edmund Burke widely regarded to hold in political philosophy?
What title is Edmund Burke widely regarded to hold in political philosophy?
Father of modern conservatism
What was the title and year of Burke's most famous work?
What was the title and year of Burke's most famous work?
Reflections on the Revolution in France, 1790
How did Burke view the French Revolution?
How did Burke view the French Revolution?
As a catastrophic & dangerous event
How did Burke view the Glorious Revolution of 1688?
How did Burke view the Glorious Revolution of 1688?
Legitimate & preserved institutions
What did Burke fear abstract principles in revolution would lead to?
What did Burke fear abstract principles in revolution would lead to?
Chaos & tyranny
What type of change did Burke advocate for?
What type of change did Burke advocate for?
Gradual, evolutionary change
How did Burke describe the state?
How did Burke describe the state?
As an organic entity
What did Burke believe was the state's primary role?
What did Burke believe was the state's primary role?
Maintain order & stability
How did Burke view social hierarchy?
How did Burke view social hierarchy?
Natural & necessary for order
What role did Burke assign to the aristocracy?
What role did Burke assign to the aristocracy?
Guardians of tradition
What duty did Burke believe each generation had?
What duty did Burke believe each generation had?
Preserve & pass on traditions