Protestant Reformation and National Identity

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What was one significant outcome of translating texts into vernacular during the Protestant Reformation?

  • It made Latin the sole language of the church.
  • It allowed more people to understand and participate in religious discussions. (correct)
  • It reduced literacy rates.
  • It isolated educated individuals from the masses.

The Protestant Reformation began in France.

False (B)

Name one factor that contributed to the optimism associated with exploration during the development of national identity.

The exploration of new lands.

During the Protestant Reformation, ________ played a critical role in advocating for church reform.

<p>Martin Luther</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match each element of national identity with its description:

<p>Social Systems = Citizens could climb social classes more easily despite serfdom. Political Systems = Laws set by the king to control the country. Economic Systems = National economic policies controlling trade and businesses. Public Services = Government-provided services for the benefit of citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivated merchants to seek new trade routes?

<p>To share profits and increase trade importance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Henry the Navigator actively participated in voyages of exploration.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant contribution did Ptolemy make to navigation and geography?

<p>He believed in the spherical model of Earth and influenced the idea that sailing west would reach Asia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Henry the Navigator founded a new school of ________ in Portugal.

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

Match the following figures or concepts with their contributions to exploration:

<p>Aristotle = Promoted the flat Earth model Ptolemy = Advocated for the spherical Earth model Merchant Journeys = Sought new trade routes for profit Advances in Cartography = Enhanced navigation and map-making skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following advancements contributed to longer voyages during exploration?

<p>Improved cartography (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ptolemy believed in a flat Earth model.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the school founded by Henry the Navigator?

<p>To train captains and improve navigation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Merchants aimed for ________ trade routes during their explorations.

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

Match the following figures or concepts with their contributions to navigation:

<p>Aristotle = Flat Earth belief Ptolemy = Spherical Earth model Henry the Navigator = Founded a navigation school Merchants = Sought direct trade routes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one influence on the belief that sailing west would lead to Asia?

<p>Ptolemy's geographical ideas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Protestant Reformation

A religious movement that started in Germany in the 16th century, aiming to reform the Catholic Church. It led to the creation of new Christian denominations, like Lutheranism.

National Identity

A person's sense of belonging to a nation, based on shared culture, history, language, and values.

Citizenship

The rights and responsibilities of a person within a nation, including political participation, legal protection, and access to public services.

Social Systems

The systems that organize and manage how people live and work together within a nation, encompassing social classes, roles, and institutions.

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Political & Economic Systems

The rules, policies, and institutions that govern a nation's political and economic life.

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Sailing West to Asia

The belief that sailing west would reach Asia, based on Ptolemy's spherical model of the Earth.

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Merchants and Exploration

Merchants traveled to find new trade routes and bring back goods, increasing trade and profits.

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Henry the Navigator's School

Henry the Navigator founded a school to train sailors and collect information from voyages, using it to improve future expeditions.

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Authors and Exploration

Authors documented their travels and discoveries, inspiring others to explore the world.

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Advancements in Exploration

Advances in cartography, navigation, and shipbuilding allowed ships to sail further and explore more of the world.

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Exploration Goals

Exploration aimed to find new routes to the East, leading to direct trade with Asian countries and seeking lucrative goods.

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Study Notes

Protestant Reformation

  • Some wanted change within the Catholic Church
  • Protestant Reformation
  • Martin Luther played a role in this movement/Resists
  • Affected the Renaissance worldview/Western worldview by translating the Bible into Vernacular → more people could read it in their mother tongue
  • More people became literate → More widespread of ideas
  • Protestant Reformation started in Germany

National Identity and Citizenship (3 elements)

1. Social Systems

  • Exploration of new lands made people feel more optimistic and appreciated the importance of exploration
  • Citizens could move out of their social classes more easily but serfdom still existed
  • Public services were provided by the government

2. Political/Economic Systems

  • National economic policies (taxes/rules) controlled trade/businesses
  • Laws set by king/people to have better control of the country
  • Government paid for national projects (e.g., wars, exploration)

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