The Renaissance

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What does Renaissance literally mean?

Enlightenment
Revolution
Progress
Rebirth (correct)

Why is the Renaissance called the Renaissance?

To establish new political structures
To revive the understanding of Ancient Greek and Roman civilization (correct)
To emphasize technological advancements
To promote medieval European thought

What does the term 'Revolution' refer to in social and political science?

A minor adjustment in societal structures
A gradual change in economic relationships
A peaceful transition of power
A major, sudden, and typically violent alteration in government (correct)

What does the term 'Revolution' refer to in the context of the Industrial Revolution?

A radical and profound change in economic relationships and technological conditions (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason behind the Renaissance being considered as the westernization movement of westerners?

To get rid of the scholastic thought of medieval Europe and revive the understanding of Ancient Greek and Roman civilization (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of Renaissance express?

The rebirth in science, art, idea, and literature in Europe in the 16th century. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Renaissance movement called the 'Renaissance'?

It signifies the movement to get rid of the scholastic thought of medieval Europe and to revive the understanding that established the Ancient Greek and Roman civilization. Signup and view all the answers

How is the Renaissance described in relation to westernization?

The Renaissance is described as the westernization movement of westerners. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Revolution' refer to in social and political science?

In social and political science, Revolution refers to a major, sudden, and typically violent alteration in government and related associations and structures. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Revolution' refer to in the context of the Industrial Revolution?

In the context of the Industrial Revolution, the term 'Revolution' refers to a radical and profound change in economic relationships and technological conditions. Signup and view all the answers