History June Revision 2019

Question 1

Because of the printing press, ideas were able to spread more easily during this time.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

In what centuries did the Renaissance take place?

Accepted Answer

15th and 16th

Question 3

da Vinci made detailed sketches of the human anatomy based on dissections that he did.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

Which of the following is an artist from the same period as Michelangelo and da Vinci?

Accepted Answer

Donatello, Raphael

Question 5

Where did the Renaissance specifically begin?

Accepted Answer

Florence

Question 6

What was his new method of science?

Accepted Answer

He used experiments to prove a hypothesis

Question 7

Why did they want to spread the Christian religion?

Accepted Answer

They believed it was their religious duty to lead the world.

Question 8

Why were they looking for a new trade route?

Accepted Answer

They didn't want to cross Arab lands

Question 9

What famous artwork is Michelangelo known for?

Accepted Answer

Statue of David

Question 10

Galileo constructed a powerful telescope. What did this show?

Accepted Answer

The sun is the center of the Solar System, The Earth revolves around the sun

Question 11

Which intellectual areas were developed during the Renaissance?

Accepted Answer

Literature, Science and Philosophy, Philosophy, Religion and Literature

Question 12

Who invented gunpowder?

Accepted Answer

The Chinese

Question 13

ALL women were educated at home but were not allowed to go to University.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 14

da Vinci was only known as a painter, a sculptor and an inventor.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 15

da Vinci is the most famous Renaissance figure and is often considered a genius.

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 16

The Renaissance is considered a turning point in History?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 17

Galileo was considered the father of modern...

Accepted Answer

Astronomy and Science

Question 18

Why were they looking to trade for gold and silver?

Accepted Answer

They wanted to make coins

Question 19

Why were voyages so expensive?

Accepted Answer

The explorers needed ships that were properly equipped, They needed a lot of food, water and weapons that would last

Question 20

What principals were used to creating realism and depth?

Accepted Answer

Scientific and Mathematical

Question 21

Why were the prices of goods so expensive?

Accepted Answer

The Arabs controlled the trade route and charged high taxes

Question 22

Why did Europeans use spices?

Accepted Answer

They wanted another way to flavor and preserve their food

Question 23

Did women have great power and importance during the Renaissance?

Accepted Answer

No

Question 24

Who invented the Caravel? ANd when was it invented?

Accepted Answer

The Portuguese in the 15th century

Question 25

What does the term 'Renaissance' mean?

Accepted Answer

A period in History where many new ideas were developed, Rediscovery and renewal of ideas, Rebirth

History June Revision 2019

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History June Revision 2019

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