Topic III: The Enlightenment changed the political, scientific, and education foundation in colonial America in ways that eventually created a political, economic and military revolution. A. What type of education did young children receive in the early 18th century? Who was afforded the right to attend colleges and what was the main focus of colleges and universities? Did these opportunities include females, African Americans and Native Americans; why or why not. B. What contributions did colonials make in science and medicine that are accepted practices in the 21st century?