Humanism: Definition, Values, and Influence

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What were the core values emphasized by Humanism during the Renaissance?

  • Isolationism, ignorance, stagnation, and passivity
  • Material wealth, power, conformity, and tradition
  • Religious dogma, obedience, superstition, and hierarchy
  • Human dignity, potential, critical thinking, and rationality (correct)

In what way did Humanism impact education during the Renaissance?

  • Encouraged memorization of religious texts and doctrines
  • Advocated for strict adherence to traditional educational methods
  • Promoted vocational training and practical skills development
  • Redefined education with a liberal arts emphasis and cultivation of virtue and wisdom (correct)

What was the role of women in the initial phase of Humanism's impact on society?

  • Initially excluded women from education but provided opportunities for a few educated women to express themselves (correct)
  • Encouraged equal access to education for women in all spheres
  • Forced women into traditional roles without any room for expression
  • Completely ignored the educational needs and rights of women

How did the role of printing contribute to the impact of Humanist ideas?

<p>Facilitated dissemination of humanist ideas, increased literacy rates, and spread knowledge across Europe (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Humanism focus on studying in terms of humanities during the Renaissance?

<p>Grammar, rhetoric, poetry, ethics, and history based on ancient authors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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