Renaissance

Which of these statements describes a change brought about by the Renaissance?

• Society was dominated by the church.

• Society began to value individualism.

• Society was focused on warfare.

• Society was dominated by lords.

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 were inspired by classical texts and emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual.

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.

Which of these statements reflects an influence of the Renaissance?

• dominance of the church

• constant feudal warfare

• lack of any governance

• increased interest in the arts

Renaissance means

• Rebirth

• Restart

• Reform

• Relation

What does the term, "secular," mean?

• Religious

• Non-religious

• Somewhat religious

• Humanism

Which of the following subjects would be considered to be in the humanities?

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Algebra

• History

Who preserved the Greek and Roman culture that influenced the Renaissance?

• The Ming

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Mali Empire

• Medieval Europe

When did the Renaissance occur?

• 14th-17th centuries

• 1200-1300 CE

• 15th-18th centuries

• 19th-20th centuries

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.