WorksheetsThe Renaissance in Europe
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 6mins
The word, "renaissance" means what?
(a)
Which of the following best describes, "the spirit of the renaissance"?
"People should work hard and stick to tradition."
"People are not creative and shouldn't try new things."
"People are capable of learning and should create new things."
"knowledge is reserved only for those in positions of authority.”
Which is the name for the belief (philosophy) that was inspiring so many changes in Europe?
classical
imperialism
humanism
elitism
From the list below, select all of the new styles, techniques, and technologies, developed during the Renaissance.
speaking in the vernacular
moveable type printing press
art using perspective
the phonograph recorder
secular 'non-religious' art
What was the first book printed in large quantities on the "Gutenburg printing press" ?
the Prince
Romeo and Juliet
the Iliad
the Bible
As more books became available , more people learned to read, and more universities were founded
True
False
Which of the following best defines the word, "vernacular"?
foreign language
native language
Latin language
What influence did kings and queens in France and England have on art in their countries during the Renaissance?
They were patrons of local artists who painted great works of individual significance.
They were patrons of Italian artists who painted great works of national significance.
They were not patrons of the arts and refused to spend money on secular projects.
Which of the following best describes, a patron?
the supreme ruler of the various cities states of Italy
a wealthy individual who paid to support the arts
a Church official who passed judgment on the sins of the faithful
an explorer who used advances in sailing to discover new lands
Which of the following were denominations (branches) of Protestantism? (Select all that apply)
Lutheranism
Calvinism
Anglicanism
Catholicism
Which of the following was NOT a protest Martin Luther included in his 95 Theses?
he Catholic Church was selling Indulgences for the forgiveness of sins
The Bible is the only source of religious truth and priests aren’t necessary to interpret the bible.
Salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ alone
That the true Pope was the Pope in Avignon
