How did development of the Gutenberg printing press change European society during the Renaissance?

Ideas spread more quickly across Europe

Church officials encouraged people to study the Bible

Merchant guilds started schools to increased literacy among their members

Cartographers used the printing press to create more accurate maps

How did the Age of Exploration most affect indigenous populations in the Americas?

the participation in global trade

the use of metal tools for farming

A theocracy is ruled by...

Theo, from the Bill Cosby Show.

The Enlightenment was mostly about what topic?

Improving governments care of people's natural rights.

Improving technology in all fields.

Making people understand religion better.

Channeling the sun's power to create new energy sources.

Explain how the Treaty of Versailles contributed to the start of World War II.

It imposed harsh penalties on Germany, fostering resentment and economic hardship.

It strengthened Germany's military, allowing them to start another war.

It divided Germany into several smaller states, leading to conflicts.

It created alliances between Germany and other major powers.

What was the primary economic reason for European powers to engage in colonialism during the 15th to 17th centuries?

To establish trade routes to Asia

To implement democratic governments

Analyze the role of imperialism in shaping the modern borders in the Middle East.

It led to the arbitrary drawing of borders without regard to ethnic, tribal, or historical considerations.

It unified the Middle East under a single government.

It decreased conflict in the region.

How did the Industrial Revolution impact society and the economy?

It led to significant changes in society and the economy, including the rise of factories, urbanization, and the growth of capitalism.

It had no impact on society or the economy

It caused a decrease in urbanization and the decline of capitalism

It resulted in the disappearance of factories and the rise of agrarian society

What were the significant impacts of the Renaissance on modern society?

It influenced modern society through the revival of classical learning and the development of artistic and scientific thought

It led to the development of the internet and social media

It resulted in the establishment of a communist government

It introduced a monarchy and absolute rule

What were the significant contributions of the Age of Enlightenment to modern society?

It influenced modern society through the promotion of scientific thought, skepticism of authority, and the emphasis on individual rights and freedoms