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What was the main emphasis of the humanists in the 15th and 16th centuries?
The study of the Classics
What did Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses (1517) mark the beginning of?
The Protestant Reformation
What was the significance of Valla's work called On the Donation of Constantine (1440)?
It challenged the authority and morality of the Church
What did Valla's work reveal about the Church and its leaders?
They acted corruptly for their own gain
What was the primary focus of humanist writers in challenging the Church?
Challenging the Church as an authority on knowledge
Test your knowledge of the influence of humanist thinkers on the Scientific Revolution in Europe. Explore the connection between the studies of European Renaissance writers and the emergence of scientific ideas that challenged the traditional sociopolitical and religious norms.
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