Montesquieu's Spirit of the Laws was unusual among Enlightenment writings because it
A) influenced events directly through the American Constitution.
B) faced censorship from French authorities.
C) was more abstract and philosophical than practical.
D) used a mystical rather than analytical method.
E) insisted on the equality of men and women.
Answer: A
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