One reason why Italy became the birthplace of the Renaissance was that

feudalism was not as firmly established in Italy as in other countries.

Which effect replaces the question mark in the table?

Literacy increases among ordinary people.

Which of the following best describes a typical Renaissance painting?

People and backgrounds are painted in a way that mimics real life.

One of the Catholic Church’s goals in holding the Council of Trent was to

stop the spread of Protestant ideas.

The astronomer Copernicus challenged traditional beliefs by suggesting that

the Earth moves around the sun.

In what ways did Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings reflect the new concerns and techniques of Renaissance art? Choose TWO

realistic depiction of human figures, use of linear perspective

Francis Bacon’s contribution to the development of the scientific method was

using specific facts to make general rules.

Which of the following statements about salvation represents a belief of John Calvin but not of Martin Luther?

God predetermines who will be saved.

Which important features of Luther’s teachings are expressed in this thesis? Choose the TWO correct answers.

The sale of indulgences leads to corruption., God alone can grant salvation to sinners.

How did the Peace of Augsburg change Germany?

It turned Germany into a group of states that followed different religions.

Why is William Tyndale an important figure in Reformation history?

His translation allowed people to read the Bible in English.

How did growing secularism influence European writers during the Renaissance?

They wrote more books about non-religious subjects.

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1
One reason why Italy became the birthplace of the Renaissance was that
Italy was united under a single powerful monarch.
there were more universities in Italy than in any other country.
feudalism was not as firmly established in Italy as in other countries.
Roman artistic traditions had never died out in Italy.
2
Which effect replaces the question mark in the table?
The Church encourages new learnings.
Literacy increases among ordinary people.
The first European universities are founded.
The use of Latin in literature increases.
3
Which of the following best describes a typical Renaissance painting?
Proportions are exaggerated for symbolic effect.
Human figures are emphasized by being placed against a flat background.
People and backgrounds are painted in a way that mimics real life.
Human faces are presented in an idealized, spiritual manner.
4
One of the Catholic Church’s goals in holding the Council of Trent was to
increase the number of Catholic priests.
stop the spread of Protestant ideas.
halt the growing power of the Jesuits.
proclaim that faith alone was needed to win salvation.
5
Feudalism grew weaker when
trade and industry grew.
national monarchies lost power.
the power of the Church increased.
the Protestant Reformation began.
6
The theory of gravity, which helps explain the movement of the planets, was developed by the scientist
Kepler.
Copernicus.
Galileo.
Newton.
7
The astronomer Copernicus challenged traditional beliefs by suggesting that
the heliocentric theory was wrong.
the Earth moves around the sun.
gravity controls the motion of the planets.
the moon revolves around the Earth.
8
In what ways did Leonardo da Vinci’s paintings reflect the new concerns and techniques of Renaissance art? Choose TWO
use of bright colors
focus on religious themes
realistic depiction of human figures
use of linear perspective
9
Francis Bacon’s contribution to the development of the scientific method was
drawing hypotheses based on mechanical laws.
using specific facts to make general rules.
inventing new tools to make discoveries.
rediscovering the writings of ancient astronomers.
10
Which of the following statements about salvation represents a belief of John Calvin but not of Martin Luther?
A person can achieve salvation by performing good works.
Following the seven sacraments can lead to salvation.
Salvation is determined by faith alone.
God predetermines who will be saved.
11
What was the chief goal of the Jesuits during the Counter-Reformation?
to start the Inquisition
to reform the Catholic Church
to create a new Church
to defend past actions of the Catholic Church
12
Which important features of Luther’s teachings are expressed in this thesis? Choose the TWO correct answers.
The sale of indulgences leads to corruption.
God alone can grant salvation to sinners.
The Catholic Church is the true representative of God on Earth.
Charity and good works can lead to salvation.
13
What idea that emerged as a result of the Protestant Reformation is also reflected in modern democratic governments?
religious tolerance
humanism
censorship
self-government
14
What event belongs in the second blank box on the timeline?
Luther’s translation of the Bible into German is published.
The Diet of Worms convenes.
Tyndale is burned at the stake.
Luther posts the 95 Theses.
15
How did the Peace of Augsburg change Germany?
It led to a religious war between the Holy Roman emperor and the pope.
It banned Lutheranism and other Protestant sects from Germany.
It turned Germany into a group of states that followed different religions.
It changed Germany into a completely Protestant country.
16
Why is William Tyndale an important figure in Reformation history?
He encouraged Martin Luther to post the 95 Theses.
He first developed the concept of predestination.
His translation allowed people to read the Bible in English.
His writings on the “City of God” influenced John Calvin.
17
How did growing secularism influence European writers during the Renaissance?
They wrote more books about non-religious subjects.
They based their scientific ideas on the teachings of the Church.
They began to translate the Bible into the vernacular.
They translated Greek and Arabic writings into Latin.

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