Exploring the 17th Century
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Which century was characterized by the Renaissance and the rise of new science and philosophy?

  • 18th century
  • 15th century
  • 17th century (correct)
  • 16th century
  • Who wrote the work 'Pensées'?

  • Francis Bacon
  • Rene Descartes
  • Pascal (correct)
  • Michel de Montaigne
  • What was the characteristic response of the Counter-Reformation to the civil, political, and religious conflicts of the 17th century?

  • Development of Baroque art and literature (correct)
  • Promotion of Renaissance ideals
  • Support for Enlightenment philosophy
  • Advocacy for scientific revolution
  • What were the characteristics of Baroque art and literature?

    <p>Elaboration, ornament, allegory, rhetoric, and darin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the works of great scientists and philosophers in the 17th century apply to scientific problems, political and theological controversy, and general problems of understanding and perception?

    <p>Skeptical, rationalist mode of thought</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which century was characterized by the Renaissance and the rise of new science and philosophy?

    <p>17th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who wrote the work 'Pensées'?

    <p>Pascal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What style in art and literature was characterized by elaboration, ornament, allegory, rhetoric, and darin during the 17th century?

    <p>Baroque</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which great scientist and philosopher applied a skeptical, rationalist mode of thought to scientific problems during the 17th century?

    <p>Michel de Montaigne</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the dissociation of sensibility in England after the Civil War?

    <p>The civil, political, and religious conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    17th Century Characteristics

    • The 17th century was characterized by the Renaissance and the rise of new science and philosophy.

    Notable Literary Works

    • The work 'Pensées' was written by Blaise Pascal.

    Counter-Reformation Response

    • The Counter-Reformation responded to the civil, political, and religious conflicts of the 17th century with a characteristic response.

    Baroque Art and Literature

    • Baroque art and literature were characterized by elaboration, ornament, allegory, rhetoric, and drama.

    Application of Scientific and Philosophical Works

    • The works of great scientists and philosophers in the 17th century applied to scientific problems, political and theological controversy, and general problems of understanding and perception.

    Notable Scientific and Philosophical Contributions

    • René Descartes was a great scientist and philosopher who applied a skeptical, rationalist mode of thought to scientific problems during the 17th century.

    Dissociation of Sensibility in England

    • The dissociation of sensibility in England after the Civil War led to significant cultural and literary changes.

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    Test your knowledge of the influential figures, works, and ideas of the 17th century with this quiz. Explore the impact of the Renaissance, scientific advancements, and philosophical inquiries during this period of intellectual and cultural transformation.

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