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List the important changes (more than two) in western culture since18th century.

Since18th century, many important changes have taken place in western culture. Here are some of them:

1. Enlightenment:1From the end of the 8th century to the beginning of the 9th century, the Enlightenment with rationalism as the core appeared in Europe. This movement emphasizes human rationality and scientific methods, and advocates replacing religious beliefs and superstitions with knowledge, rationality, science and humanism.

2. Industrial Revolution: From the end of18th century to the beginning of19th century, an industrial revolution took place in western countries. This revolution has led to great changes in the mode of production, promoted the process of industrialization and changed people's lifestyles and values.

3. Democratization movement: 19 From the end of the 20th century to the beginning of the 20th century, a democratization movement took place in western countries. This movement has promoted the reform of the political system, promoted the process of democratization, and enabled more people to participate in political decision-making.

4. Modernist cultural movement: At the beginning of the 20th century, a modernist cultural movement took place in western countries. This movement emphasizes individuality, freedom and anti-tradition, and promotes the development of art, literature, music and film.

5. Globalization: Since the 20th century, globalization has become an important trend of western culture. Globalization has promoted exchanges and integration in the economic, political and cultural fields, and brought closer the ties between different countries and cultures.