FAC Vocab 1A & 1B

What period of European history is defined as occurring from 1300-1600 and is characterized by a renewed interest in classical culture?

• The Middle Ages

• The Renaissance

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Enlightenment

During the Renaissance, there was a renewed interest in which type of culture?

• Modern culture

• Classical culture

• Medieval culture

• Futuristic culture

Which of the following changes were associated with the Renaissance period?

• Changes in art, learning, and views of the world

• Changes in industrial practices

• Changes in political systems

• Changes in agricultural techniques

What was the Reformation?

• A 16th century movement of religious reform

• A 17th century scientific revolution

• A 15th century artistic movement

• A 14th century political upheaval

What was one of the main outcomes of the Reformation?

• The founding of Christian churches that rejected the Catholic pope’s authority

• The establishment of the Roman Empire

• The creation of the United Nations

• The discovery of America

Who started the Protestant Reformation?

• Martin Luther

• John Calvin

• Henry VIII

• Ignatius of Loyola

What is the primary function of a printing press?

• To write books by hand

• To mass-produce printed copies of text

• To create digital copies of text

• To store books in a library

What was one of the significant impacts of the printing press?

• Decreasing the number of books available

• Leading to more people reading and having access to new ideas

• Making books more expensive

• Reducing the literacy rate

Who is Johann Gutenberg?

• A famous painter

• A renowned scientist

• The inventor of the printing press

• A classical musician

What is the definition of "divine right"?

• The belief that monarchs are chosen by the people and answer to them.

• The idea that monarchs are God's representatives on earth and answer only to God.

• The concept that monarchs are elected officials with limited power.

• The notion that monarchs are symbolic figures with no real authority.