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Which one of these is NOT an aspect of a tragic hero?

• Has a tragic flaw

• Evokes catharsis from the audience

• Experiences harmartia

• Hopeless romantic

In which century did the Renaissance begin?

• 13th century

• 14th century

• 15th century

• 16th century

The Great Chain of Being is...

• a hierarchical structure of all beings and entities in the universe.
• a philosophical concept of time.
• a religious doctrine about creation.
• a scientific theory about evolution.

Who comes highest in The Great Chain of Being?

• God

• Angels

• Kings and Queens

• Plants

The Elizabethan Era and Jacobean Era are named for their monarchs.

Who was the King of England during the Jacobean Era?

• James VI

• John II

• Jacob VI

• Jack V

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Renaissance period?

• A focus on religious themes

• A revival of classical learning and wisdom

• A decline in artistic expression

• An emphasis on medieval traditions

Who is considered the 'Father of Humanism'?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Michelangelo

• Petrarch

• Dante Alighieri

What does the phrase "Divine Right of Kings" mean?

• The doctrine that a monarch's authority comes directly from God.
• A belief that kings are chosen by the people.
• The idea that monarchs can be overthrown by divine intervention.
• A principle stating that all rulers must be religious leaders.

What did the Elizabethans believe the Wheel of Fortune was?

• A TV show

• A metaphor for the unpredictable nature of fate and fortune.
• A representation of the social hierarchy.
• A tool for predicting the weather.

Humanism was the belief that...

• Humanism was the belief that human beings are central to the universe and capable of reason and self-improvement.
• Humanism was the belief that humans are inherently flawed and need strict control.
• Humanism emphasized the importance of divine intervention in human affairs.
• Humanism focused solely on the study of ancient religious texts.