Renaissance Quiz

Which of these men of the Renaissance was known equally for his art as well as inventions?

• Rueben

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Michelangelo

• Aristotle

• Botticelli • Michelangelo

• Raphael • Titian

All of the above were famous Renaissance

• scientists.

• philosophers.

• priests.

• artists.

During the Renaissance, a new intellectual movement known as humanism evolved. What was the significance of the humanist movement?

• Humanists felt formal education was impractical and unnecessary; therefore, many schools were closed.

• Humanists spread the teachings of Eastern philosophers such as Confucius throughout Europe.

• Humanists were very interested in religious studies and sought to increase the influence of the Church.

• Humanists focused on science and the human potential rather than religion.

Which of these changes occurred during the Renaissance?

• The Church was all-powerful.

• The Church’s power declined.

• Factories began using electricity.

• Women gained equal rights with men.

What was Niccolò Machiavelli's main argument in his work The Prince?

• A ruler should do whatever is necessary to maintain power.

• A ruler should follow all of the teachings of the Catholic Church.

• A ruler should make his subjects as happy as possible.

• A ruler should strive to maintain equality and fairness.

What does "Renaissance" mean?

• to die

• rebirth

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Where did the Renaissance begin?

• Mesopotamia

• Japan

• northern Italy

• Mongolia

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Who was the painter of the Sistine Chapel?

• da Vinci

• Raphael

• Machiavelli

• Michelangelo

What historical invention allowed Reformers like Martin Luther to reach a large audience and challenge the Church?

• train
• plane
• internet
• printing press

T or F: Protestants and Catholics are both Christians.

• True
• False

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