Renaissance and Reformation Practice

What was the Renaissance?

• A religious movement that modified Roman Catholic doctrine

• A transitional movement in Europe marked by a humanistic revival of classical Greek & Roman influence

• A period of economic upheaval in Europe with most people living on manors

• An artistic movement focused solely on painting

What did the Reformation lead to in the 16th century?

• The establishment of the Catholic Church and death of the Protestant Church

• The modification of some Roman Catholic doctrine and the establishment of Protestant churches

• The decline of humanism and rise of religious unity

• The end of the Renaissance

What does secularism refer to in the context of the Renaissance and Reformation?

• The complete acceptance of religious doctrines in politics

• The indifference to or rejection of religion in in some parts of society

• The spread of religious texts through the printing press

• The establishment of new religious movements

Which of the following was an effect of the Renaissance and Reformation?

• Decrease in learning of Greco Roman classics

• Decrease in patronage of the Arts

• Breakup of the power of the Catholic Church

• Unification of the political states in Europe

What was a significant political impact of the Renaissance & Reformation period in history?

• The decline of powerful nation-states in Western Europe

• The exploration of the New World and establishment of colonies

• The unification of European countries

• The decrease in trade and exploration

What was one of the intellectual impacts of the Renaissance?

• The focus on divine intervention in human affairs

• The emphasis on religious texts as the only source of knowledge

• Humanism focusing on human potential and achievements through the study of classical texts

• The rejection of classical learning and the humanities

Which invention during the Renaissance & Reformation period helped spread new ideas?

• The compass

• The steam engine

• The telescope

• The printing press

What did Michelangelo's David sculpture represent?

• The power of the Catholic Church

• The perfect human form

• The fall of the Roman Empire

• The rise of merchant class

What is the significance of the School of Athens painting by Raphael?

• It represents the corruption in the Catholic Church

• It is a depiction of the Protestant Reformation

• It shows connections to classical civilization and is a great example of perspective

• It marks the beginning of the use of vernacular languages

Who is considered the father of modern political science?

• Dante

• Cervantes

• Machiavelli

• Shakespeare