World History Final Exam Review

What does the term Renaissance mean?

• Review

• Rebirth

• Reconquering

• Holy War

In which modern-day country did the Renaissance begin?

• France

• Spain

• Italy

• Greece

During the Renaissance, “patrons” were -

• Wealthy Renaissance Priests

• European Teachers

• Mathematical Scholars

• Wealthy people who sponsored artists

The famous “Mona Lisa” painting was completed by which famous artist?

• Michelangelo

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Botticelli

• Borromini

What was the definition of the “humanism” concept?

• The idea that humans are more important than religion

• An intellectual movement that focused on human potential and achievements

• An education concept that put children’s learning at the forefront

• The concept of separation between church and state

Martin Luther protested the Catholic Church by doing what?

• Creating a new church called the Martinian Church.

• Boycotting all church services

• Nailing the 95 Theses to his church door.

• Mailing letters to the Pope.

What was an important effect of the invention of the printing press?

• Gutenberg used his wealth from the invention to support artists.

• It led to the development of public libraries.

• It led to a renewed study of Latin and Greek.

• It increased literacy and the use of the vernacular.

What was the first full-sized book Gutenberg printed?

• Utopia

• Romeo and Juliet

• the Bible

• The Prince

North and South America were named after…?

• Christopher Columbus

• John Cabot

• Amerigo Vespucci

• King Ferdinand of Spain

Which explorer conquered the Aztecs in 1519?

• Hernan Cortes

• Juan Ponce de Leon

• Hernando de Soto

• Amerigo Vespucci