Historical Events and Philosophies Assessment

The video covers chapter 7 terms, focusing on the Protestant Reformation, 30 Years War, and Counter Reformation. It explores cultural diffusion in the Americas, Jesuits in China, and Wahhabi Islam. The video also discusses Neo-Confucianism, Chinese literature, the Bhakti movement, and Sikhism. It concludes with the Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment, highlighting key figures and their impact on modern thought.

What was the main catalyst for Martin Luther to write the 95 Theses?

• The invention of the printing press

• The sale of indulgences

• The Great Schism

• The 30 Years War

What was a significant outcome of the 30 Years War?

• The rise of the Jesuits in Europe

• The end of the Protestant Reformation

• The unification of Protestant and Catholic churches

• Eight million casualties and political-religious struggles

How did the Jesuits attempt to convert the Chinese to Christianity?

• By offering economic incentives

• By building churches across China

• By using math and astronomy to engage scholars

• By translating the Bible into Chinese

What is a key characteristic of Wahhabi Islam?

• It promotes religious tolerance

• It is a moderate form of Islam

• It is a strict and fundamentalist form of Islam

• It originated in Indonesia

What was the impact of Wang Yangming's philosophy on Confucianism?

• It merged Confucianism with Buddhism

• It reinforced traditional Confucian principles

• It introduced a more secular and individualistic approach

• It led to the decline of Confucianism

What was the Bhakti movement known for?

• Emphasizing the unity of all gods and devotion

• Promoting the caste system

• Rejecting all forms of religious practices

• Focusing on scientific discoveries

What distinguishes Sikhism from other religions?

• It emphasizes meditation and equality for all

• It rejects all forms of violence

• It is a branch of Islam

• It originated in the Middle East

Who is considered the father of the Scientific Revolution?

• Nicolaus Copernicus

• Isaac Newton

• Johannes Kepler

• Galileo Galilei

What was a major theme of the European Enlightenment?

• The emphasis on reason and progress

• The return to religious orthodoxy

• The promotion of absolute monarchy

• The rejection of scientific methods

Which Enlightenment thinker influenced the French Revolution?

• Isaac Newton

• Thomas Jefferson

• Voltaire

• Martin Luther