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What was the most noteworthy development in philosophy during the Renaissance?
What was the most noteworthy development in philosophy during the Renaissance?
- Rise of humanism (correct)
- Revival of supernatural views
- Emphasis on divine intervention
- Focus on communal welfare
Who published the book 'On the Deceits of the Demons' in the mid to late 1500s?
Who published the book 'On the Deceits of the Demons' in the mid to late 1500s?
- Johann Weyer (correct)
- Nicolaus Copernicus
- Isaac Newton
- Galileo Galilei
What did Johann Weyer argue about those accused of being witches?
What did Johann Weyer argue about those accused of being witches?
- All were possessed by demons
- Many were mentally disturbed (correct)
- None were mentally ill
- They were all practicing witchcraft
What was the Church's response to Johann Weyer's book?
What was the Church's response to Johann Weyer's book?
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What was the result of the Salem Witch Trials of 1692?
What was the result of the Salem Witch Trials of 1692?
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What happened to the number of asylums during the 16th century?
What happened to the number of asylums during the 16th century?
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What were asylums in the context of mental illness during the Renaissance?
What were asylums in the context of mental illness during the Renaissance?
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What was the main focus of humanism during the Renaissance?
What was the main focus of humanism during the Renaissance?
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What did Johann Weyer's book, 'On the Deceits of the Demons' rebut?
What did Johann Weyer's book, 'On the Deceits of the Demons' rebut?
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What was the perspective of humanism during the Renaissance?
What was the perspective of humanism during the Renaissance?
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