Spanish Inquisition

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What were some of the causes that led to the establishment of the Spanish Inquisition?

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Various reasons including maintaining Catholic orthodoxy, expelling Jews and Muslims, fear of conversos practicing Judaism, and consolidating power.

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Describe some of the methods used by the Spanish Inquisition to identify heretics.

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Surveillance, informants, torture, public trials, denunciations, investigations

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How did the Spanish Inquisition impact the society and culture of Spain during that time?

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The Spanish Inquisition promoted fear, religious conformity, and led to the expulsion of Jews and Muslims, impacting the diversity and richness of Spanish culture.

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Can you name a few torture devices that were commonly used during the Spanish Inquisition?

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strappado, rack, thumbscrew, iron maiden

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Who were the main targets of persecution by the Spanish Inquisition? Options: Jews, Muslims, and conversos; Catholics, Protestants, and Orthodox Christians; Christians, Buddhists, and Hindus; Atheists, Agnostics, and Pagans

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Jews, Muslims, and conversos

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What events led to the eventual end of the Spanish Inquisition? Options: Spanish colonization of the Americas, Russian Revolution, Napoleonic invasion of Spain and Enlightenment ideas and reforms, Industrial Revolution in Europe

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Napoleonic invasion of Spain and Enlightenment ideas and reforms

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How did the Spanish Inquisition affect the religious landscape of Spain?

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The Spanish Inquisition led to a more homogenous religious landscape in Spain with a dominant Catholic presence.

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What was the significance of the Edict of Expulsion issued against the Jews in 1492?

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The significance of the Edict of Expulsion issued against the Jews in 1492 was the forced expulsion of Jews from Spain, leading to cultural and economic consequences.

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How did the Spanish Inquisition contribute to the fear and paranoia in Spanish society?

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The Spanish Inquisition used tactics such as torture, public executions, and forced conversions to instill fear and paranoia in Spanish society.

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In what ways did the Spanish Inquisition leave a lasting impact on Spain and its people? Options: Promoting political stability and unity, Fostering economic growth and prosperity, Encouraging diversity and cultural exchange, Instilling fear, promoting religious uniformity, contributing to a culture of suspicion and intolerance

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Instilling fear, promoting religious uniformity, contributing to a culture of suspicion and intolerance