European History Quiz

Notable Scientists of the Scientific Revolution

• Two of the most notable scientists of the Scientific Revolution were Galileo Galilei and Isaac Newton
• Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) was an Italian astronomer, physicist, and mathematician who played a major role in the Scientific Revolution
• Isaac Newton (1642-1727) was an English physicist, mathematician, and astronomer who is widely recognized as one of the most influential scientists in history

The Industrial Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution was a period of significant economic, technological, and social change that occurred in the late 18th and early 19th centuries in Europe and North America
• Causes of the Industrial Revolution:
  • New sources of energy, such as coal and steam power
  • Development of new machines and manufacturing technologies
  • Increased investment in transportation and communication systems
  • Growing demand for goods and services
• Effects of the Industrial Revolution:
  • Transition from manual labor to machine-based manufacturing
  • Development of new social classes and urbanization
  • Increased productivity and economic growth
  • Environmental and social consequences, such as pollution and exploitation of workers

Causes of World War I

• Major causes of World War I:
  • Imperialism and colonial rivalries
  • Nationalism and militarism
  • Alliances and entangling relationships between European nations
  • Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in 1914
  • Complex system of alliances and treaties that led to the escalation of violence

Test your knowledge of European history with this quiz! From the Scientific Revolution to the Enlightenment and the French Revolution, this quiz covers some of the most significant events, people, and ideas that shaped Europe. See how much you know about important scientists, philosophers, and political figures, and learn about the causes and effects of major historical events.