Chapter 21: The Enlightenment and Revolutions Test Review

The Scientific Revolution was a period of major scientific progress that took place from approximately:

• 1350 to 1500

• 1550 to 1700

• 1700 to 1850

• 1800 to 1950

The (a)   worldview placed Earth at the center of the universe and relied heavily on ancient Greek and Roman knowledge.

Which of the following was NOT a factor that contributed to the Scientific Revolution?

• The Renaissance

• The printing press

• Exploration of new lands

• The Industrial Revolution

(a)   proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system, challenging the long-held geocentric view.

Galileo Galilei is often called the "Father of Modern Science." Which of the following was NOT one of his contributions?

• Improving the telescope

• Supporting the heliocentric theory

• Inventing calculus

• Emphasizing the importance of mathematics in describing nature

Sir Isaac Newton developed laws of motion and universal gravitation. His major work was titled:

• "On the Revolutions of the Celestial Spheres"

• "Principia Mathematica"

• "The Fabric of the Cosmos"

• "A Brief History of Time"

The (a)   is a systematic approach to scientific inquiry that emphasizes observation, hypothesis, experimentation, analysis, and conclusion.

Which of these scientists is known for his work on blood circulation?

• Johannes Kepler

• William Harvey

• Robert Boyle

• Antoni van Leeuwenhoek

How did the Scientific Revolution impact scientific thinking? Choose the LEAST accurate statement:

• It emphasized observation and experimentation

• It promoted the use of mathematics to describe nature

• It strengthened the authority of ancient texts

• It encouraged the separation of science from philosophy and religion

The legacy of the Scientific Revolution includes all of the following EXCEPT:

• Laying the foundation for modern scientific practices

• Encouraging questioning and skepticism

• Leading to rapid technological advancements

• Promoting the idea that science and religion are completely compatible