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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which of these famous structures did Michelangelo paint?
the Louvre
the Coliseum
the Sistine Chapel
the Eiffel Tower
- 2. Multiple Choice
During the Renaissance, a new intellectual movement known as humanism evolved. What was the significance of the humanist movement?
Humanists felt formal education was impractical and unnecessary; therefore, many schools were closed.
Humanists spread the teachings of Eastern philosophers such as Confucius throughout Europe.
Humanists were very interested in religious studies and sought to increase the influence of the Church.
Humanists were inspired by classical texts and emphasized the dignity and worth of the individual.
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which of these men of the Renaissance was known equally for his art as well as inventions?
Rueben
Leonardo da Vinci
Michelangelo
Aristotle
- 4. Multiple Choice
What was Niccolò Machiavelli's main argument in his work The Prince?
A ruler should do whatever is necessary to maintain power.
A ruler should follow all of the teachings of the Catholic Church.
A ruler should make his subjects as happy as possible.
A ruler should strive to maintain equality and fairness.
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which of these events influenced the changing role of religion during the Renaissance?
the humanist movement
the removal of the pope
the burning of bibles
the invention of movable type
- 6. Multiple ChoiceWhat does the word "Renaissance" mean?RenewedRebuiltRemadeRebirth
- 7. Multiple ChoiceOn what peninsula did the Renaissance begin?SpainEnglandItalyGermany
- 8. Multiple ChoiceHumanism...emphasized the Bibleleads to happier livesencourages people to learn Latin and Greekfocuses on the potential of humans to achieve
- 9. Multiple ChoiceAdvantages of Johannes Gutenberg's printing press include all of the following EXCEPT:Cheaper book pricesIncrease in education/literacyIncrease in church powerRapid spread of ideas
- 10. Multiple ChoiceThe first moveable type of printing press that allowed mass production of materials was invented byLeonardo da Vinci.Johann Gutenberg.William Shakespeare.Michelangelo di Buonarroti Simoni.
- 11. Multiple Choice
One of the most important ideas from the Renaissance that allowed ideas to spread more quickly.
Perspective
Greece and Rome
Building designer
Printing Press
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which was a key intellectual movement or philosophy of the Renaissance?
Humanism
City State
Cultural relativism
Behavioralism
- 13. Multiple Choice
Use the information in the list to answer the question.
The Spirit of Humanism
• stressed the importance of the individual
• valued the knowledge produced by the Greeks and Romans
• sought a balance between intellect and religious faith
Which other point belongs in this list?
strengthened the feudal system
inspired Renaissance creativity
opposed to the code of chivalry
provided support for the Inquisition
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