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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The group came from which region?

2. This brother reached which position in the church?

3. Which was not a part of the trivium?

4. The pope awarded men for their _____.

5. While literacy became increasingly important, the educational system tended to be ______.

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss Magellan's achievements as an explorer. How was he honored?

2. According to the author, what part did Saint Augustine play in the church?

3. How did the public react to the invention of the printing press?

4. Examine travel during the Renaissance period.

5. How was the money given by tithing members of the church most often used?

6. How did the arts flourish during this time?

7. How did the introduction of new universities affect the population?

8. Discuss the overview of Part I, "The Medieval Mind."

9. Who was Erasmus?

10. What types of events took place during the Dark Ages? What was the standard of living?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Juan Sebastian del Cano was a captain of the Victoria in Magellan's armada. Discuss del Cano. What were his qualifications? What was his relationship to Magellan? How was del Cano received in Spain? What was his main contribution to the voyage?

Essay Topic 2

English King Henry VIII is known for his separation from the Church after being excommunicated by the pope. Discuss the rise and fall of Henry VIII, his relationship with Rome and the pope, and his downfall. Examine how Henry handled these issues and the laws that were put into place during the Reformation. Examine Henry's inspiration and the outcome of the separation.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Luther's trial at the Diet of Worms. Who was present? What were the charges? What was the outcome of the trial? Who was the victor? What happened to Luther after the trial? What restrictions were placed on Luther as a result of his conduct?

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