The Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation were similar in that both were

stimulated by a spirit of inquiry

Martin Luther's posting of the Ninety-Five Theses is considered by many to be a turning point in history because

the power of the Roman Catholic Church was lessened and royal power grew

As the Middle Ages ended, the rise of a middle class in western Europe can be attributed to the

increase in trade that resulted from the Crusades

Which conclusion can be made based on these statements?

The interaction of people spread the plague.

In Spain, an effect of the Inquisition during the 16th century was to

prevent the introduction of Protestant religions

Which situation contributed most to the beginning of the Renaissance?

A wealthy class that supported the arts emerged.

Francis Bacon, Galileo, and Isaac Newton promoted the idea that knowledge should be based on

experimentation and observation

A major reason that the Renaissance began in Italy was that

Italian city-states had grown wealthy from trade between Europe and Asia

Which is a valid conclusion based on a study of European art during the Renaissance in Europe?

The presence of a wealthy leisure class contributes to artistic achievement

Which point of view best represents the philosophy of the Renaissance?

The Greek and Roman civilizations are worthy of study.

A major goal of the Counter-Reformation was to

reinstate the power of the Roman Catholic Church

Which statement about the Holy Roman Empire is supported by the map?

Protestant influences were strongest in the northern Holy Roman Empire

How is the Renaissance similar to the developments of the Tang dynasty in China?

The rebirth of art, technology, and learning was a central in both

Which factor helped most to bring about the Protestant Reformation?

Kings and princes in northern Europe resented the power of the Church

When Martin Luther said "my conscience is captive to the Word of God," he was referring to his belief in

the supremacy of the Bible over Church policies

When Martin Luther wrote the Ninety-Five Theses, his main intent was to

reform corrupt practices of the clergy

Why did Galileo recant his ideas on the heliocentric model?

He feared he might be excommunicated

The Protestant Reformation and the European Renaissance were similar in that both

encouraged people to question tradition

The humanists of the Renaissance differed from the traditional medieval philosophers in the humanists'

emphasis on the importance of the individual

Which was a major result of the Reformation?

New Christian denominations emerged

Which statement describes a direct effect of the Renaissance on western Europe?

Humanism brought about a decrease in the power of the Church

How are the Gupta Empire of India, the Golden Age of Greece, and the Renaissance similar?

Wealth and a time of relative peace often leads to cultural achievement

The Golden Age of Greece and the Renaissance in Europe were both characterized mainly by

artistic and literary achievements

Which conclusion can be drawn from the information provided by the map?

A vast network of trade routes connected the centers of trade in Europe.

Which idea about leadership would Niccolo Machiavelli most likely support?

Leaders should do whatever is necessary to achieve their goals.

Which statement concerning the Renaissance in Europe is based on opinion rather than on fact?

The art of the Northern Renaissance was superior to that of the Italian

Which statement best describes the effects of the works of Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, and Sir Isaac Newton?

The scientific method was used to solve problems

One way in which the writers of the Renaissance were influenced by the writers of ancient Greece was that

they stressed the power of human reason

Which factor was common to the societies in ancient Athens and in Renaissance Italy?

Humanism was the central philosophy

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1
The Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation were similar in that both were
limited to Italy, France, and Germany
supported by the working class
encouraged by the successes of the French Revolution
stimulated by a spirit of inquiry
2
Martin Luther's posting of the Ninety-Five Theses is considered by many to be a turning point in history because
the power of the Roman Catholic Church was lessened and royal power grew
the Roman Catholic Church unified the German states
the Pope's right to sell indulgences was strengthened
Luther soon became the leader of Germany
3
As the Middle Ages ended, the rise of a middle class in western Europe can be attributed to the
economic policies of the Roman Empire
strength of Christianity in medieval Europe
self-sufficiency of the manor system
increase in trade that resulted from the Crusades
4
Which conclusion can be made based on these statements?
The plague started in western Europe.
The plague primarily affected China.
Port cities were relatively untouched by the plague.
The interaction of people spread the plague.
5
In Spain, an effect of the Inquisition during the 16th century was to
encourage the development of the Industrial Revolution
implement the ideas of the Renaissance in major cities
reintroduce Moorish culture to the Iberian Peninsula
prevent the introduction of Protestant religions
6
Which situation contributed most to the beginning of the Renaissance?
The emphasis on religious uniformity increased.
A wealthy class that supported the arts emerged.
Europe became increasingly isolated from other regions.
Strong rulers censored new ideas
7
Francis Bacon, Galileo, and Isaac Newton promoted the idea that knowledge should be based on
the teachings of the Catholic Church
emotions and feelings
the experiences of past civilizations
experimentation and observation
8
A major reason that the Renaissance began in Italy was that
Italian city-states had grown wealthy from trade between Europe and Asia
many European scholars had migrated to this area
farmers produced great agricultural surpluses on vast plains
merchants supported the Green Revolution
9
Which groups of people were most closely associated with the spread of the Black Death?
missionaries and slave traders
bankers and explorers
soldiers and diplomats
merchants and pilgrims
10
Which is a valid conclusion based on a study of European art during the Renaissance in Europe?
Artistic creativity can discourage a society from pursuing reform
The development of guilds prevented artistic creativity
An economy based on subsistence agriculture encourages artistic development
The presence of a wealthy leisure class contributes to artistic achievement
11
Which point of view best represents the philosophy of the Renaissance?
Class distinctions in society should be abolished
The glorification of human beings is sinful.
Religious doctrines are the only subject of value.
The Greek and Roman civilizations are worthy of study.
12
A major goal of the Counter-Reformation was to
reinstate the power of the Roman Catholic Church
reduce the authority of absolute monarchs
compromise with European Protestants
encourage new ideas in science and philosophy throughout Europe
13
Which statement about the Holy Roman Empire is supported by the map?
Protestant influences were strongest in the northern Holy Roman Empire
Calvinism was dominant throughout the Holy Roman Empire
The Holy Roman Empire had fewer Protestant areas than the rest of Europe
People in the Holy roman Empire were either Lutheran or Catholic
14
How is the Renaissance similar to the developments of the Tang dynasty in China?
The rebirth of art, technology, and learning was a central in both
Religious reform was a main focus in both regions
The peasant class was responsible for the emergence of both eras
Warfare and insurrection led to the devastation of both societies
15
In western Europe, the Protestant Reformation brought an end to
strong central governments
religious unity
the colonial period
market economies
16
Which factor helped most to bring about the Protestant Reformation?
Islam was attracting many converts in western Europe.
Kings and princes in northern Europe resented the power of the Church
The exploration of the Americas led to the introduction of new religions
The Catholic clergy had lost faith in their religion
17
When Martin Luther said "my conscience is captive to the Word of God," he was referring to his belief in
the need for nepotism
imprisoning those who disagreed with Church teachings
maintaining the unity of the Church
the supremacy of the Bible over Church policies
18
A direct impact that the printing press had on 16th-century Europe was that it encouraged the
establishment of democracy
spread of ideas
beginnings of communism
development of industrialization
19
When Martin Luther wrote the Ninety-Five Theses, his main intent was to
enhance his position in the Church
create a new and separate form of Christianity
end the power of the Church in Europe
reform corrupt practices of the clergy
20
Why did Galileo recant his ideas on the heliocentric model?
He feared he might be excommunicated
He supported the Church doctrine
He lost faith in science
He wanted to advance his ideas through the Church
21
The Protestant Reformation and the European Renaissance were similar in that both
encouraged people to question tradition
were led by the military
supported the return of the Roman Empire
discouraged the growth of strong monarchs
22
The humanists of the Renaissance differed from the traditional medieval philosophers in the humanists'
emphasis on the importance of the individual
rejection of Christian principles
lack of interest in ancient Greek and Roman culture
interest in the spiritual life of people
23
Which was a major result of the Reformation?
The power of the Pope was strengthened.
New Christian denominations emerged
Religious teachings were no longer allowed in the universities.
The Crusades were organized.
24
Which statement describes a direct effect of the Renaissance on western Europe?
Art began to reflect an increased emphasis on religious themes
Nationalistic movements among the minority ethnic groups declined
Humanism brought about a decrease in the power of the Church
The feudal system was developed to provide stability
25
How are the Gupta Empire of India, the Golden Age of Greece, and the Renaissance similar?
The winning of a war often inspires scientific and artistic achievement.
Periods of censorship are needed for a nation to achieve greatness
dictatorship usually encourages cultural growth and development
Wealth and a time of relative peace often leads to cultural achievement
26
The Golden Age of Greece and the Renaissance in Europe were both characterized mainly by
religious revival
social reform and political upheaval
artistic and literary achievements
economic decline
27
Which feature was typical of Greece during the Golden Age and Italy during the Renaissance?
a questioning spirit
social equality
racial diversity
universal suffrage
28
Which conclusion can be drawn from the information provided by the map?
A vast network of trade routes connected the centers of trade in Europe.
Asians and Europeans traded primarily by water routes.
Africa was Europe's most active trading partner
The Hanseatic League controlled trade in the Black Sea.
29
Which idea about leadership would Niccolo Machiavelli most likely support?
Elected leaders should be fair and good
Leaders should fight against discrimination and intolerance
Leaders should do whatever is necessary to achieve their goals.
Leaders should listen to the desires of the people
30
Which statement concerning the Renaissance in Europe is based on opinion rather than on fact?
Art produced during the Renaissance had religious as well as secular themes
Art reflected the ideas of humanism and individualism
Literature began to appear in languages other than Latin.
The art of the Northern Renaissance was superior to that of the Italian
31
Which statement best describes the effects of the works of Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, and Sir Isaac Newton?
The scientific method was used to solve problems
The acceptance of traditional authority was strengthened.
Interest in Greek and Roman drama was renewed.
Funding to education was increased by the English government
32
One way in which the writers of the Renaissance were influenced by the writers of ancient Greece was that
they showed little interest in secular affairs
they promoted the religious doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church
they stressed the power of human reason
they produced few new scientific ideas
33
In western Europe, a long-term effect of the invention of Gutenberg’s printing press was that the
monarchies were restored to absolute power
development of new ideas was discouraged
feudal system declined
literacy rate increased
34
Which factor was common to the societies in ancient Athens and in Renaissance Italy?
Leaders were elected by a parliament
Civil liberties were given to all inhabitants
Humanism was the central philosophy
Rich landowners had little power

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