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Voltaire
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How did Voltaire influence the U.S. government? | Voltaire spoke out for freedom, particularly freedom of speech. This is a big part of our government today. |
Why was Voltaire imprisoned? | Voltaire offended the French government and the Catholic church, and they wanted to stop Voltaire from speaking up for people's rights. |
Was Voltaire for big or small government? | Voltaire supported small government. We know this mainly because he wrote against large powerful governments. |
What quote did Voltaire make famous? | "I disapprove of what you have to say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it." |
Why did Voltaire go by this pen name. | He wanted to protect himself from the French government and Catholic church, because he knew they wouldn't like what he was saying about them. |