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A major reason the Renaissance began in the Italian city-states was their
a) military success against the Seljuk Turks
b) access to goods from the Americas
c) location on the Mediterranean Sea
d) dependence on the teachings of the Catholic Church
The heliocentric model of the universe developed by Copernicus and Galileo was considered heresy during their lives because it
a) linked astronomy to the teachings of Muhammad
b) supported the worldview of the ancient Greeks
c) challenged the secular power of absolute monarchs
d) conflicted with the official doctrine of the Roman Catholic Church.
Which statement about the bubonic plague in the 14th century is most accurate?
a) Improved sanitation systems eliminated the threat of the plague.
b) Advances in medicine halted the spread of the plague.
c) Trade between Europe and Asia stopped just before the plague began.
d) The death toll from the plague led to labor shortages.
Which was a major characteristic of the Renaissance?
a) conformity
b) humanism
c) myticism
d) obedience
Which statement best describes a change that occurred during both the Renaissance and the Enlightenment?
a) feudalism became the dominant political system
b) the use of reason and logic were discouraged
c) technology and science were considered unimportant
d) a new questioning spirit and attitude emerged
Which leader started the Protestant Reformation by speaking out against papal abuses and the sale of indulgences in the Ninety-five Theses?
a) John Calvin
b) Wyclef Jean
c) Henry VIII
d) Martin Luther
Which philosopher believed in the three branches of government?
a) John Locke
b) Baron De Montesquieu
c) Voltaire
d) Mr.Phillips
An Italian sculptor, his art shows emotions and human beauty and brings figures to life. He sculpted David and painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
a) Leonardo da Vinci
b) Gutenberg
c) Shakespeare
d) Michaelangelo
English poet and playwright considered one of the greatest writers of the English language; his works include Macbeth Romeo and Juliet.
a) Leonardo da Vinci
b) Michelangelo
c) Jay-Z
d) Shakspeare
German printer who invented a movable type printing press.
a) Eli Whitney
b) Martin Luther
c) Johannes Gutenberg
d) Harry Printer
What does the term Divine Right of Kings mean?
a) The belief that GOD chose a certain king to rule over a country
b) Philosophers were chosen by God to speak out on a government
c) Kings were appointed by parliament to rule over a country
d) None of the above
To allow other people to think or practice other religions and beliefs is called what?
a) Religious tolerance
b) Religious skepticism
c) Religious doubt
d) Religious isolationism
Which individual contributed the MOST to the declaration of independence?
a) John Locke
b) Voltaire
c) Mr.Phillips
d) King Henry VIII
The LINE of Demarcation solved the BEEF between which two countries?
a) U.S.A and Britain
b) Spain and Portugal
c) Mexico and France
d) Germany and Saudia Arabia
Which statement best describes a characteristic of the Renaissance in Europe?
a) The social Structure became very rigid.
b) Creativity in the Arts was encouraged
c) The political Structure was similar to that of ancient Rome.
d) Humanism decreased in importance.
The death toll from the Black Plague lead to the following?
a) Decrease in population
b) Increase in population
c) None of the choices
d) No change in population
The Renaissance is FRENCH term, which means?
a) Rebirth
b) Born America
c) Relove
d) None of the choices
Which statement below best describes The Renaissance time period?
a) A continuation of methods and approaches used during the middle ages
b) A resurrection of French court manners
c) an integration of Christian and Egyptian beliefs
d) A revival of rebirth of classical Greek and Roman ideals
Humanist were in favor of the actions of the Catholic Church.
a) True
b) False
c) No answer
d)
Church court where those that questioned the church were accused of being a ______
a) Thief
b) Heretic
c) Reformer
d) Priest
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