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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. People began to focus on rediscovering Latin and ___ classics.

2. Hoe many people were martyred?

3. Humanism, by definition, promoted the downfall of ____.

4. Early explorers are referred to as being ____ and careful.

5. How many rivers irrigated the Garden of Eden?

Short Essay Questions

1. Pope Leo was not focused on the Reformation but rather chose to focus on war. What were Leo's plans?

2. How did the new geography affect the Church? How was Magellan related to this issue?

3. How did the Vatican respond to the selling of indulgences?

4. Examine the position of Henry VIII at this time.

5. What was Luther's discovery regarding literacy?

6. Luther was not arrested during his appeal. What court proceeding soon followed?

7. How did Magellan manage to raise enough funds for the expedition? Who supported Magellan?

8. What issues faced explorers at this time?

9. What was Henry's downfall in the church?

10. Give an example of some of the currents of thought that took place during this time.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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.

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