Renaissance and Fall of Rome Quiz
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What was one of the primary reasons for the fall of Rome?

  • Increased exploration efforts
  • Too large to govern (correct)
  • Excessive trade agreements with neighboring countries
  • Strong military alliances

    • Which practice did flagellants partake in during the Black Death?

  • Creating artistic expressions to honor the deceased
  • Beating themselves to atone for their sins (correct)
  • Conducting public prayers for healing
  • Isolating themselves to prevent disease spread

    • What distinctive feature did plague doctors incorporate into their attire?

  • Robes, rose-colored glasses, and beak-shaped masks (correct)
  • Simple tunics with a cross symbol for prayer
  • A reflective helmet to ward off evil spirits
  • Heavy armor for protection against infected individuals

    • Which of the following is NOT a listed reason for the fall of Rome?

    <p>Civic engagement from the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes feudalism?

    <p>A hierarchy that structured land ownership and service obligations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key characteristic of Renaissance humanism?

    <p>Concern for worldly, not spiritual, matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following applies to Leonardo da Vinci?

    <p>He painted <em>The Last Supper</em> and <em>Mona Lisa</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Medici family contribute to the Renaissance in Florence?

    <p>Wealth derived from banking and trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept is associated with Niccolò Machiavelli's The Prince?

    <p>The end justifies the means in politics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'vernacular' refer to during the Renaissance period?

    <p>The use of native languages instead of Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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