Unit 10 - Scientific Revolution and Enlightenment Quiz

Which of the following best defines "gravity"?

• A belief in reason and logic as the primary path to knowledge.

• Force of attraction between all masses in the universe.

• A step-by-step process of investigating involving observation and theories to test assumptions.

• A period of time where Europeans traveled to discover new land.

What is the main idea behind the "social contract"?

• An agreement in which people give power to a government in exchange for protections.

• A list of basic human rights that a government must protect.

• Rule by a single person with absolute power.

• The division of power amongst the branches of government.

Which of the following is an example of "religious tolerance"?

• Forcing everyone to follow the same religion.

• The acceptance of different beliefs and customs.

• Rule by a single person with absolute power.

• A step-by-step process of investigating involving observation and theories to test assumptions.

A teacher wants to explain the difference between "geocentric theory" and "heliocentric theory." How should the teacher describe these two theories?

• Geocentric theory: The earth is at the center of the universe; Heliocentric theory: The sun is at the center of the universe.

• Geocentric theory: The sun is at the center of the universe; Heliocentric theory: The earth is at the center of the universe.

• Geocentric theory: The earth is flat; Heliocentric theory: The earth is round.

• Geocentric theory: The earth is the only planet; Heliocentric theory: There are many planets.

Imagine you are living during the "Scientific Revolution." How might your view of the world change compared to earlier times?

• You would believe that all knowledge comes from ancient texts.

• You would start to see modern science as a new way of gaining knowledge about the natural world.

• You would only trust information from religious leaders.

• You would ignore any new discoveries or inventions.

Which term refers to an economic system in which private individuals or businesses own capital goods and production is based on supply and demand?

• Capitalism

• Despotism

• Rationalism

• Enlightenment

What is the scientific method, and how does it contribute to scientific discoveries? (DoK Level 2: Skill/Concept)

• A set of steps used to solve math problems

• A process for making laws in government

• A systematic way of investigating and answering questions about the natural world

• A way to organize a market economy

Explain the difference between the geocentric theory and the heliocentric theory. (DoK Level 3: Strategic Thinking)

• Geocentric theory places the Sun at the center; heliocentric theory places the Earth at the center.

• Geocentric theory places the Earth at the center; heliocentric theory places the Sun at the center.

• Both theories place the Moon at the center.

• Both theories place the stars at the center.

Which term describes a sudden outbreak of a disease that spreads rapidly and affects many individuals at the same time?

• Epidemic

• Mass

• Gravity

• Cottage industry

What is the Enlightenment, and why is it significant in history? (DoK Level 2: Skill/Concept)

• A period focused on religious wars

• A time when scientific and philosophical ideas emphasized reason, individualism, and skepticism of traditional authority

• The start of the Age of Exploration

• The beginning of the cottage industry