Martin Luther denied basic Catholic beliefs when he insisted

faith alone will earn God’s grace.

How was the human-focused worldview of the Italian Renaissance expressed in its art?

A realistic style developed that showed the human form as 3D

The Spanish used captive Africans as

workers on Caribbean sugar plantations.

During his reign, Henry VIII

dissolved the Catholic monasteries.

Planters in the Americas began to use African slaves for labor because

disease had killed millions of Native Americans.

An unintended effect of the Reformation in Europe was

it led to the growth of nationalism.

In the rise of capitalism, Europeans willingly took the risk of investing in overseas trade bc

the rising demand for goods drove prices higher.

The English Reformation differed from the Reformation in the rest of Europe because it

was rooted in politics rather than religion.

Leonardo da Vinci was a good example of Renaissance Italy's social ideal because he

was a painter, sculptor, inventor, and mathematician.

The ultimate goal of the early Portuguese explorers was to

find a water route around Africa to India.

Machiavelli’s view influenced political activity because he believed

politics should not be influenced by moral principles.

In order to achieve a favorable balance of trade, mercantile countries often

placed tariffs on imported goods

Many were unhappy with the Catholic Church because

the heavy tax burden it placed on the third estate

Increasing numbers of people learned to read after the mid-1400s because

printed materials became more available.

The Protestant Reformation grew out of the concern that

the church was moving away from its spiritual roots.

Which of the following was one result of the Treaty of Tordesillas?

The Spanish Empire was larger than the Portuguese Empire.

In Renaissance Italy, knowledge of the arts grew because

nobles & merchants patroned the arts to display their wealth

An increase in business activity due to colonization caused which of the following?

A new class of wealthier merchants emerged in Europe.

The growth of large monarchies, like in Spain and France, led to problems for Italy because

Monarchs of these large states wanted control of the Italy

How did the Renaissance contribute to the Age of Exploration?

by awakening a spirit of discovery & innovation in Europe

Mercantilists would advocate that a nation do which of the following?

Sell more goods than it buys from foreign countries.

What was a major reason for the renewed interest in classical learning?

Greek scholars fled the occupation of the Ottomans

What caused Luther’s call for the Catholic Church to reform?

The widespread selling of indulgences, among other abuses

In the Counter-Reformation,

some Catholics spoke out against the church.

The Ninety-five Theses were written in Latin because

they were intended for church leaders.

Which of the following was true of Lutheranism?

Taught salvation through faith alone, not good works.

The Italian Renaissance produced master artists such as painters

Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo

What was the main reason Puritans established colonies in North America?

to escape religious persecution

Which of the following is a reason Italy was more urban than the rest of Europe?

Trade networks influenced the overall structure of Italy.

How did merchants and rulers benefit from the Reformation?

Merchants and rulers gained more influence.

Johannes Gutenberg’s invention has been described as revolutionary because

more people learned to read and more books were printed.

Which of the following occurred as a result of Martin Luther’s stand against indulgences?

The Protestant Reformation began.

The humanist movement of the Renaissance was based on

the study of the classics, or Greek and Roman literature.

The Counter Reformation revitalized the Catholic Church by

rooting out corruption within the papacy and the CC

Italian states were able to function independently because

Italy did not have a strong, central government.

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1
Martin Luther denied basic Catholic beliefs when he insisted
only honest clergy can interpret the Scriptures.
all other answer choices.
faith alone will earn God’s grace.
he was the head of the Church.
2
How was the human-focused worldview of the Italian Renaissance expressed in its art?
Paintings of th human form appeared in books & altarpieces
People appeared in paintings as flat figures on a canvas.
Humans appeared as religious figures admired by the masses.
A realistic style developed that showed the human form as 3D
3
The Spanish used captive Africans as
domestic servants.
ship hands.
skilled craft workers.
workers on Caribbean sugar plantations.
4
During his reign, Henry VIII
dissolved the Catholic monasteries.
strayed far from his Catholic beliefs.
conquered lands in China.
made Thomas More pope of the Church of England.
5
Planters in the Americas began to use African slaves for labor because
they believed Native Americans were not human.
Aztecs refused to work on plantations.
disease had killed millions of Native Americans.
African slaves were less expensive than Native slaves
6
An unintended effect of the Reformation in Europe was
it led to religous freedom for non-Christians.
made the Protestant faith strong in Spain.
it led to the growth of nationalism.
it led to feminism movements.
7
In the rise of capitalism, Europeans willingly took the risk of investing in overseas trade bc
they were committed to spreading Christianity
they objected to new food products back home
their govts rewarded them w/ political appointments overseas
the rising demand for goods drove prices higher.
8
The English Reformation differed from the Reformation in the rest of Europe because it
was rooted in politics rather than religion.
departed radically from traditional Catholic teachings.
maintained an alliance with the pope in England.
gave the state no control over religious doctrine.
9
Leonardo da Vinci was a good example of Renaissance Italy's social ideal because he
was a painter, sculptor, inventor, and mathematician.
improved his wealthy family’s social status.
was a politician who initiated public works projects
wrote romantic poetry and insightful political treatises.
10
The population of Native Americans in Spanish colonies dropped by more than
90 percent.
10 percent.
75 percent.
30 percent.
11
The ultimate goal of the early Portuguese explorers was to
spread Christianity.
explore the coast of Africa.
find a water route around Africa to India.
discover new lands.
12
Machiavelli’s view influenced political activity because he believed
a nobleman should live a life of virtue.
politics should not be influenced by moral principles.
a ruler should behave based on Christian principles.
a prince should always honor his word.
13
In order to achieve a favorable balance of trade, mercantile countries often
traded with all European countries
limited the export of goods
placed tariffs on imported goods
refused to accept payment in gold
14
Many were unhappy with the Catholic Church because
they blamed the church for the collapse feudalism
the heavy tax burden it placed on the third estate
they felt threatened with excommunication.
it fueled a growth in nationalism.
15
When Jews refused to convert to Christianity, they were
moved to ghettos.
forced to serve in the army.
moved to England.
left alone.
16
Increasing numbers of people learned to read after the mid-1400s because
most people had ample leisure time.
printed materials became more available.
illumination made works of literature extremely beautiful.
most people had ample disposable income.
17
The Protestant Reformation grew out of the concern that
society was becoming dangerous.
the church was losing its power.
the monks and friars were being driven from the church.
the church was moving away from its spiritual roots.
18
Colonization was essential to mercantilism because it provided new markets and
raw materials
new factories
military power
cheap labor
19
In Renaissance Italy most people live in
remote farming villages.
small private villas.
large urban communities.
seaside fishing ports.
20
Which of the following was one result of the Treaty of Tordesillas?
The Portuguese Empire was larger than the Spanish Empire.
The British Empire was larger than the Portuguese Empire.
The Spanish Empire was larger than the Portuguese Empire.
Spain took control of Brazil.
21
Which attitude is most typical of Italy during the Renaissance?
emphasis on the individual.
emphasis on belonging to a group
desire to forget the past
enthusiasm for agriculture
22
In Renaissance Italy, knowledge of the arts grew because
artists sold their works at afforable prices.
women gained financial and legal rights.
nobles & merchants patroned the arts to display their wealth
invaders brought new technologies.
23
Prior to the Renaissance, trade increase with Asia due to
desire to beautify cities.
a renewed interest in art.
the immigration of large numbers of Greek scholars.
the Crusades.
24
An increase in business activity due to colonization caused which of the following?
Banks in Europe closed as Europeans settled in colonies.
A new class of wealthier merchants emerged in Europe.
The development of capitalism in Europe was delayed.
Opportunities for investing decreased.
25
The growth of large monarchies, like in Spain and France, led to problems for Italy because
Italian people wanted monarchs to rule them.
France and Spain joined together to fight Italy.
the rest of Europe envied Italy.
Monarchs of these large states wanted control of the Italy
26
French settlers in Canada were mainly
slaveholders.
traders
farmers
conquistadors
27
How did the Renaissance contribute to the Age of Exploration?
by awakening a spirit of discovery & innovation in Europe
by emphasizing the importance of conversion of Natives
by fostering a belief in the importance of working together
the persuasion that the pursuit of wealth was all-important
28
Mercantilists would advocate that a nation do which of the following?
Buy more goods than it sells to foreign countries.
Import more goods than it exports.
Sell more goods than it buys from foreign countries.
Remove all barriers to free trade.
29
What was a major reason for the renewed interest in classical learning?
Greek scholars fled the occupation of the Ottomans
The Catholic Church’s impact on society was growing.
Humanism was declining.
Italian explorers found ancient manuscripts in ruins.
30
Which of the following ways did the Catholic Church work to convert people back to Catholicism?
Education
Inquisition
all other answers
Reform
31
Which monarch objected to England's change to Protestantism?
Edward VI
Mary I
Henry VIII
Anne Boleyn
32
The humanists’ purpose for educating people was to
make people more artistic.
create well-rounded citizens.
prepare people for religious lives.
produce scholars of ancient literature.
33
What caused Luther’s call for the Catholic Church to reform?
He disagreed with the system of popes as religious leaders
The Church did not stress enough faith and good works.
The widespread selling of indulgences, among other abuses
The emperor made him an outlaw by the Edict of Worms.
34
In the Counter-Reformation,
Lutherans broke away from the Catholic church
Anglicans broke away from other Protestant groups.
some Catholics spoke out against the church.
Borromeo taught salvation could be achieved by faith alone.
35
The Ninety-five Theses were written in Latin because
they were intended for church leaders.
Luther could not write in any other language.
Latin was the vernacular.
Luther intended them for a mass audience.
36
Which of the following was true of Lutheranism?
The Holy Roman Empire welcomed Lutheranism eagerly.
German princes invented Lutheranism.
Lutheranism was based on good works to reach salvation.
Taught salvation through faith alone, not good works.
37
The Italian Renaissance produced master artists such as painters
Donatello and Brunelleschi.
Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo
Dante and Christine de Pizan.
Johannes Gutenberg and Boccaccio.
38
What was the main reason Puritans established colonies in North America?
to mingle with other cultures
for gold and silver
to escape religious persecution
for fame and honor
39
Which was a motive for exploration?
need for historical documents
movement towards cultural diffusion in Europe
desire for fame and glory
need to ease overcrowded conditions in Europe
40
The economy of New France was based on
cottage industries.
gold and silver mining.
fish and fur trading.
cotton farming.
41
Which of the following is a reason Italy was more urban than the rest of Europe?
Italy had five strong states.
The landscape of Italy attracted artists and travelers.
Other parts of Europe developed central monarchies.
Trade networks influenced the overall structure of Italy.
42
How did merchants and rulers benefit from the Reformation?
Merchants and rulers gained more influence.
Continued warfare promoted economies of Europe.
It renewed the interest in the Catholic Church.
It allowed for the exile of undesirables in society.
43
Johannes Gutenberg’s invention has been described as revolutionary because
craftspeople were unable to control the goods they produced.
Renaissance artists could paint much more detail with oil.
more people learned to read and more books were printed.
it led to early industrialization in parts of Central Europe
44
Which of the following occurred as a result of Martin Luther’s stand against indulgences?
Lutheranism spread to England, Scotland, France and Italy.
Henry VIII started a new religion called Anabaptism.
Germany rejected Lutheranism and remained Roman Catholic.
The Protestant Reformation began.
45
In the Americas, tensions between English and French settlers led to
French claims on Louisiana
the French and Indian War
French control of most of North America
a French colony at Jamestown
46
The humanist movement of the Renaissance was based on
the study of the classics, or Greek and Roman literature.
vernacular language.
religious painting.
medieval styles of painting flat human figures.
47
The Counter Reformation revitalized the Catholic Church by
discrediting the Protestant movement.
revoking the supreme leadership of the pope.
reshaping many of the Catholic Church's basic teachings.
rooting out corruption within the papacy and the CC
48
The ultimate goal of early English, Dutch, and French explorers was to
find a short southern route to Africa.
colonize North America.
find gold and silver in the Americas.
find a passage to Asia.
49
Italian states were able to function independently because
Italy did not have a strong, central government.
the Italian courts guaranteed their soverignty.
they were located on important trade routes.
the Crusades enriched their treasuries.
50
The ideas of the Italian Renaissance spread north through
all other answer choices.
printed material.
travel
trade

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