The Dark Ages Quiz

What did Enlightenment scholars celebrate?

• Reason and science

• Religious traditions

• Medieval art

• Ancient mythology

What is a common portrayal of the Middle Ages by many modern scholars?

• A time of great cultural achievements

• A period of peace and prosperity

• Unrefined and violent, without cultural achievements

• A golden age of science

What is one reason given for the lack of understanding about the Middle Ages?

• Too many historical sources

• Not enough historical sources

• Overabundance of cultural achievements

• Excessive documentation

What period does the Middle Ages refer to in Europe?

• From the fall of Rome to the Renaissance

• From the Renaissance to the Industrial Revolution

• From the Industrial Revolution to the Modern Era

• From the birth of Christ to the fall of Rome

What is the debate about the Middle Ages focused on?

• Whether it was a time of scientific discovery

• Whether it was truly a "dark age"

• Whether it was the beginning of modern history

• Whether it was a time of economic prosperity

What is the significance of the Renaissance in relation to the Middle Ages?

• It marked the beginning of the Middle Ages

• It marked the end of the Middle Ages

• It was a continuation of the Middle Ages

• It was unrelated to the Middle Ages

What was the focus of Renaissance humanism?

• Studying classical authors to improve humanity

• Emphasizing medieval warfare

• Developing new scientific methods

• Promoting industrialization

Which of the following best describes the cultural impact of the Renaissance?

• It discouraged scientific exploration

• It led to the decline of artistic expression

• It fostered a renewed interest in classical antiquity

• It was primarily a religious movement

What was a common theme in Renaissance art?

• Depiction of futuristic technology

• Abstract and non-representational forms

• Religious and mythological subjects

• Focus on industrial landscapes