World History: Renaissance to Imperialism

World History: Renaissance to Imperialism

10th Grade

50 Qs

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World History: Renaissance to Imperialism

World History: Renaissance to Imperialism

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10th Grade

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Patrick Dwyer

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What is the significant difference between Renaissance and medieval thought.

shift to humanism instead of religious studies

renewed focus on spirituality over secular doctrine

less emphasis on classical scholarship in favor of new methods of inquiry

focus on the divine as inspiration for creativity and intellectual pursuits

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which features belong under the category Renaissance Art?

mythological and spiritual themes

realistic depictions of human forms

stylized depictions of human forms

flat dimensions and lack of perspective

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Leonardo da Vinci is often referred to as a true "Renaissance Man." Why has he come to symbolize the spirit of the era?

His paintings, the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper are superlative examples of expressionism and perspective, and are the most famous of the era.

His scientific works showed a level of genius that was confirmed by his prediction of technologies that would not exist for centuries.

He excelled at everything he did, bringing him in line with the heroic intellectual stature of the ancient Greek gods who helped inspire the Renaissance.

His interests and body of work spanned many subjects, media, and disciplines, reflecting the quest for knowledge and the spirit of creative adventure that embodied the Renaissance era.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What effect did printing with movable type have on people during the Renaissance?

Women were allowed the same education as men.

Books became shorter but more interesting.

Education focused less on religion.

People became more educated.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What core Renaissance themes best summarize and express the characteristics of Shakespeare's work explained in the passage?

“Shakespeare's genius was in expressing universal themes in everyday, realistic settings. His work explores Renaissance ideals such as the complexity of the individual and the importance of the classics. At the same time, his characters speak in language that common people can understand and appreciate. Shakespeare's love of words also vastly enriched the English language. More than 1,700 words appeared for the first time in his works.”

theocracy and classicism

inquiry and investigation

spirituality and faith

humanism and secularism

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which answer provides accurate historical context for the following quotations?

"27. There is no divine authority for preaching that the soul flies out of the purgatory immediately the money clinks in the bottom of the chest.

 

28. It is certainly possible that when the money clinks in the bottom of the chest avarice [extreme greed] and greed increase; but when the church offers intercession [intervention], all depends in the will of God."

 

—Martin Luther, 95 Theses

Protestantism maintained that governments should be run by qualified religious leaders, however, Rome should play no role.

Protestantism preached the idea of predestination, arguing that those who gain salvation had been determined by God long ago.

Protestantism rejected papal authority, especially relating to what was regarded as the corrupt selling of indulgences.

Protestantism denied the Roman Catholic concept of purgatory, rejecting any role for church officials in a person's fate after death.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which word or phrase is the most closely associated with John Calvin?

Protestantism

rejection of papal authority

Diet of Worms

Predestination

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