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What was Johannes Gutenberg known for creating?

  • The telescope
  • The first encyclopedia
  • The postal system
  • The printing press (correct)

What did John Wycliffe and Jan Hus advocate for?

  • Reform of the Catholic Church (correct)
  • Establishment of new doctrines
  • Complete separation from the Church
  • Catholic rituals and traditions

Which figure is associated with the Spanish Inquisition?

  • St.Teresa of Avila (correct)
  • Queen Elizabeth II
  • Rene Descartes
  • Francis Bacon

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What was the role of the Jesuits in the Catholic Church?

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Who initiated the translation of the Bible into vernacular languages?

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In which city did the Renaissance flourish under the Medici family's patronage?

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Which of the following regions was characterized by thriving trade during the Renaissance?

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What major contribution did Sir Isaac Newton make during the Renaissance?

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What was the Reconquista?

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What was Ulrich Zwingli known for in Geneva?

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What was a key focus of Humanism during the Renaissance?

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Which figure is best known for focusing on regular life in Northern Renaissance art?

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Who is largely regarded as the first modern chemist?

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What significant model did Nicolaus Copernicus create?

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What was the aim of Martin Luther's 95 Theses?

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Which of the following was established by the Act of Supremacy in 1534?

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What is John Calvin most known for in his agreement with Martin Luther?

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What was the outcome of the Peace of Augsburg?

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Which famous work did Dante write?

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What was Henry VIII known for regarding his marital life?

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What was a significant outcome of Johannes Gutenberg's invention?

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Which of the following figures is known for leading a movement of spiritual renewal within the Catholic Church?

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Which method did Francis Bacon advocate that distinguishes his approach to knowledge?

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What was a key characteristic of the Jesuits under St. Ignatius of Loyola?

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What role did the Spanish Inquisition play during its establishment?

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What kind of community did Ulrich Zwingli create in Geneva?

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What was a key focus of the Northern Renaissance compared to the Italian Renaissance?

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Who financed the expedition of Christopher Columbus leading to the discovery of the Americas?

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What was the main contribution of Van Eyck in the art world?

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What was the major impact of Erasmus's work on the Bible?

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Which concept is central to Humanism?

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What was the primary focus of the Reconquista?

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What does the term 'Vernacular' refer to in the context of Zwingli's community?

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Who created the Heliocentric model?

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Which Catholic Queen was known for persecuting Protestants?

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What significant theological concept is John Calvin associated with?

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What was the primary purpose of Martin Luther's 95 Theses?

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The Peace of Augsburg allowed German princes to choose between which two churches?

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What was Henry VIII known for enforcing in relation to the Church?

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Which of these artists is associated with the Sistine Chapel?

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Who is regarded as the first woman Italian Renaissance artist?

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Italian Renaissance

A period in Italy marked by a focus on human perfection, exemplified by the Medici family's patronage

Northern Renaissance

A period in Northern Europe focused on everyday life and scenes from daily life, contrasting with the Italian focus on perfection.

Oil Painting

New artistic technique, pioneered by artists like Van Eyck

Humanism

A key idea of the Renaissance, emphasizing human potential and the individual, based on classical texts

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Reconquista

A long series of battles by Christian states to remove Muslims from Spain

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Anabaptist Belief

Believed that infants were too young to accept the Christian faith

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Vernacular Language

Common language of everyday people, used in religious communities and translations, like Zwingli's work

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Sir Isaac Newton

Scientist who developed the laws of motion, discovered gravity, and created calculus

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Printing Press

A mechanical device for printing text and images, significantly increasing literacy.

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Religious Reformation

A major movement of religious change, challenging the Catholic Church.

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Spanish Inquisition

A court established to detect and punish heresy in Spain.

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Jesuits

A religious order modernizing the Catholic Church.

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Scientific Method

Francis Bacon's approach to knowledge based on observation and experimentation.

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Leonardo da Vinci

A famous Renaissance artist and inventor, known for works like the "Mona Lisa" and the "Last Supper"

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Robert Boyle

Regarded as the first modern chemist, contributing to the foundation of modern chemistry.

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Peace of Augsburg

An agreement allowing German princes to choose between Lutheran and Catholic churches, under Charles V.

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Henry VIII

English king who established the Church of England (Anglican Church) and had six wives.

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Council of Trent

A council called to address Protestantism by rooting out heresy during the time of Catholic reformation

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Michelangelo

Famous sculptor, painter, and architect of the Renaissance.

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Martin Luther

A key figure in the Protestant Reformation, he criticized indulgences and advocated for a vernacular Bible.

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Act of Supremacy

1534 English law establishing the Church of England (Anglican Church) under Henry VIII's leadership.

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Leonardo da Vinci

Famous Renaissance artist and inventor, known for works like the "Mona Lisa" and the "Last Supper"

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Robert Boyle

Considered the first modern chemist, a key figure in founding modern chemistry.

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Peace of Augsburg

Agreement allowing German princes to choose between Lutheran and Catholic churches under Charles V.

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Henry VIII

English king who established the Church of England (Anglican Church) and had six wives.

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Council of Trent

Catholic council addressing Protestantism by rooting out heresy during the Counter-Reformation.

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Michelangelo

Famous Renaissance sculptor, painter, and architect.

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Martin Luther

Key figure in the Protestant Reformation, criticized indulgences, advocated for a vernacular Bible.

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Act of Supremacy

1534 English law establishing the Church of England (Anglican Church) under the English King's control.

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Aka Society of Jesus

A religious order focused on education and missionary work.

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Erasmus' Bible Translation

Translated the Bible into vernacular languages.

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Florence & Medici Family

Florence was a center of the Renaissance, with the Medici family as major patrons.

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Naples' Patronage

King Alfonso supported arts and culture in Naples.

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Venice's Growth

Venice's success came from its merchant trade.

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Flanders & Northern Renaissance

Flanders was a dominant trading region, nurturing the Northern Renaissance art style.

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Van Eyck & Oil Painting

Van Eyck innovated oil painting techniques.

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Sir Isaac Newton & Calculus

Newton developed calculus and described laws of motion and gravity.

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Spanish Isabella I

Queen Isabella sponsored Columbus's expeditions and started the Spanish Inquisition.

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Anabaptist Belief

Anabaptists believed infants were too young for religious commitment.

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Ulrich Zwingli

A Swiss religious reformer who promoted the use of vernacular language in religious services.

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Paul Rubens & Northern Renaissance

A Northern Renaissance painter known for depicting everyday life.

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Humanism & Renaissance

Renaissance emphasis on human potential and classic texts.

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Reconquista

Series of battles for Spain's Christian rule, expelling Muslims.

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Printing Press

A mechanical device for printing text and images, which greatly increased literacy and the spread of ideas.

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Religious Reformation

A major movement of religious change challenging the Catholic Church.

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Spanish Inquisition

A court established in Spain to find and punish heresy.

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Jesuits

A religious order that modernized the Catholic Church.

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Scientific Method

Francis Bacon's approach to knowledge based on observation and experimentation.

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Queen Elizabeth II's Compromise

A compromise between Catholics and Anglicans during Queen Elizabeth's reign.

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Early Reformers

Key figures like Wycliffe and Hus who preceded the Protestant Reformation and challenged the Catholic Church.

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St. Teresa of Avila

Leader in spiritual and monastic renewal, reforming the Carmelite order - women and men.

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St. Ignatius of Loyola

Founder of the Jesuits, a leading force in modernizing the Roman Catholic Church.

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Francis Bacon

Key figure promoting the scientific method, emphasizing experimentation and observation.

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Study Notes

Renaissance Figures and Events

  • Leonardo da Vinci: Known for the "Last Supper" and "Mona Lisa".
  • Michaelangelo: Sculptor and artist, famous for the "Sistine Chapel".
  • Robert Boyle: Considered the first modern chemist.
  • Galileo Galilei: Supported heliocentrism, persecuted by the Catholic Church.
  • Artemisia Gentileschi: Greatest Italian Renaissance woman artist.
  • Nicolaus Copernicus: Created the heliocentric model.
  • HRE Emperor Charles V: Catholic king, involved in the Peace of Augsburg.
  • Martin Luther: Created 95 Theses, wanted to end indulgences.
  • Peace of Augsburg: Granted German princes the choice between Lutheran and Catholic churches under Charles V.
  • Council of Trent: Fought Protestantism by rooting out heresy

Reformation and Religious Figures

  • John Calvin: Agreed with Martin Luther but also believed in predestination.
  • English King Henry VIII: Established the Church of England (Anglican Church).
  • English Queen Mary Tudor: Known as Bloody Mary, persecuted Protestants.
  • English Queen Elizabeth II: Created a compromise between Catholics and Anglicans.
  • John Wycliffe and Jan Hus: Preceded the Protestant Reformation, influential reformers.
  • St. Teresa of Avila: A central figure in a movement of spiritual and monastic renewal.

Scientific Revolution Figures

  • Rene Descartes: Known for his deductive method and emphasis on mathematical reasoning.
  • Francis Bacon: Believed truth was proven through experimentation and observation.
  • Sir Isaac Newton: Developed the laws of motion and gravity.
  • Johannes Gutenberg: Created the printing press.
  • Erasmus: Started the Bible translation to the vernacular.
  • St. Ignatius of Loyola and Jesuits: A leading force in modernizing the Roman Catholic Church

Renaissance and Humanism

  • Paul Reuben: Northern Renaissance artist, focused on regular life.
  • Humanism: Focused on the importance of humanity and the individual, based on classical texts from ancient Greece and Rome.
  • Sir Thomas More: Author of Utopia, a Catholic, English writer.

Other Important Events

  • Spanish Inquisition/Reconquista: Led by Queen Isabella I of Castile.
  • Black Death: Play a role in the Renaissance.
  • Council of Trent: A significant event in the Counter-Reformation.

Additional Study Topics

  • Van Eyck: Developed new oil-painting techniques.
  • Anabaptist: Infants are too young to accept Christian faith.
  • Florence and Venice: Important Renaissance centers.
  • Utopia: Written by Sir Thomas More.
  • Printing Press: Important for literacy and spreading ideas.
  • Relationship between Islamic Golden Age and Renaissance.
  • Why did Martin Luther write the 95 Theses?

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