Question

A social gathering of intellectuals and artists, like those held in the homes of wealthy women in Paris and other European cities, during the Enlightenment.

Answer 1

Answer:

Salon.

Explanation:

A salon, during the Enlightenment period, is defined as a social gathering of intellects. A salon was created in China that crossed the borders and were prevalent in France during the 17th and 18th century. A salon was a place of gathering for intellects, social, cultural, politics, and ellites. People used to gather for exchanging of thoughts, ideas, etc.

Therefore the correct answer is salons.