Unit 8 Quiz

In his book, “The Prince”, Machiavelli describes how a leader must behave and what he must do to gain and keep power. Which of the following best describes the ideas presented in his book?

• A leader must be kind and giving to his people in order to win their affection and loyalty

• It is much better for a leader to be feared than loved, for fear is a stronger emotion and will keep the people loyal.

• The good leader much strive to create a democracy in which all the people are equal and valued.

• A good leader must first build a military might to wipe out his enemies which will win the loyalty of the people.

The Renaissance is characterized by ________________.

• a revival of classical Greek knowledge

• a revival of classical Roman knowledge

• humanism

• all of the above

In what way does Leonardo da Vinci represent the Renaissance Man?

• He was a painter, sculptor, inventor, and scientist

• He painted the Mona Lisa while holding scientific discussions

• He painted the Sistine Chapel

• He wrote books in the vernacular

What is generally considered to be the beginning of the Protestant Reformation?

• The Edict of Milan

• The Council of Trent

• The 95 Theses

• "Yeah man"

What does Renaissance mean?

• Revolution

• Rebirth

• Rediscovery

• Reformation

The study of classical texts caused humanists to focus on what philosophy?

• human potential and achievements

• an understanding of ancient Muslim values

• ancient Buddhist teachings

How did Gutenberg facilitate the spread of ideas during the Renaissance and Reformation?

• He developed a revolutionary printing method

• He opened a school in Venice for northern Europeans

• He opened a school in Florence for sculptors

• He brought Leonardo da Vinci and other scholars to Paris

The practice of selling indulgences was protested by reformers. What are indulgences?

• The buying and selling of church office and positions.

• Pardons for sins.

• Denial of Church teachings

Who is considered the person most responsible for beginning the Reformation?

• Martin Luther

• John Calvin

• Pope Leo X

What was the main tenant of Luther’s teachings?

• Predestination

• justification by faith

• separation of Church and state