Contextualizing 16th/17th-Century Challenges, Developments - AP European History
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Which 16th-century event led to a major schism in Christianity?
Which 16th-century event led to a major schism in Christianity?
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The Protestant Reformation. Luther's 95 Theses sparked religious revolution across Europe.
The Protestant Reformation. Luther's 95 Theses sparked religious revolution across Europe.
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Name the conflict also known as the Eighty Years' War.
Name the conflict also known as the Eighty Years' War.
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The Dutch War of Independence. Netherlands fought for independence from Spanish rule.
The Dutch War of Independence. Netherlands fought for independence from Spanish rule.
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Which economic theory dominated European policies in the 16th century?
Which economic theory dominated European policies in the 16th century?
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Mercantilism. Emphasized accumulating gold, favorable trade balance.
Mercantilism. Emphasized accumulating gold, favorable trade balance.
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Name the Italian scientist who supported heliocentrism.
Name the Italian scientist who supported heliocentrism.
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Galileo Galilei. Used telescope observations to support Copernican theory.
Galileo Galilei. Used telescope observations to support Copernican theory.
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What was the primary goal of the Protestant Reformation?
What was the primary goal of the Protestant Reformation?
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To reform the practices and beliefs of the Catholic Church. Led by Luther, Calvin, and others challenging Catholic authority.
To reform the practices and beliefs of the Catholic Church. Led by Luther, Calvin, and others challenging Catholic authority.
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Name the English philosopher who advocated for empiricism.
Name the English philosopher who advocated for empiricism.
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Francis Bacon. Promoted scientific method based on observation and experiment.
Francis Bacon. Promoted scientific method based on observation and experiment.
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What was the primary goal of the Catholic Counter-Reformation?
What was the primary goal of the Catholic Counter-Reformation?
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To reform the Church and counter Protestant growth. Council of Trent and Jesuits led Catholic revival.
To reform the Church and counter Protestant growth. Council of Trent and Jesuits led Catholic revival.
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Identify the architect of St. Peter's Basilica dome.
Identify the architect of St. Peter's Basilica dome.
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Michelangelo. Renaissance architect designed iconic Vatican dome structure.
Michelangelo. Renaissance architect designed iconic Vatican dome structure.
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What was the main purpose of the Spanish Armada?
What was the main purpose of the Spanish Armada?
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To invade England and overthrow Queen Elizabeth I. Philip II sought to restore Catholic rule in England.
To invade England and overthrow Queen Elizabeth I. Philip II sought to restore Catholic rule in England.
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What was the main focus of Baroque art?
What was the main focus of Baroque art?
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Dramatic expression and grandeur. Catholic Counter-Reformation artistic style emphasized emotion.
Dramatic expression and grandeur. Catholic Counter-Reformation artistic style emphasized emotion.
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Name the English philosopher who advocated for empiricism.
Name the English philosopher who advocated for empiricism.
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Francis Bacon. Promoted scientific method based on observation and experiment.
Francis Bacon. Promoted scientific method based on observation and experiment.
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Identify the first permanent English settlement in America.
Identify the first permanent English settlement in America.
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Jamestown. Virginia Company established 1607 colonial foothold.
Jamestown. Virginia Company established 1607 colonial foothold.
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Name the ruler who led the Dutch Revolt against Spain.
Name the ruler who led the Dutch Revolt against Spain.
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William of Orange. Silent Prince led resistance against Spanish Habsburg rule.
William of Orange. Silent Prince led resistance against Spanish Habsburg rule.
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Which treaty marked the end of the Eighty Years' War?
Which treaty marked the end of the Eighty Years' War?
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The Treaty of Münster. Part of Peace of Westphalia recognizing Dutch independence.
The Treaty of Münster. Part of Peace of Westphalia recognizing Dutch independence.
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Identify the year the English Civil War began.
Identify the year the English Civil War began.
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- Parliament versus King Charles I over royal prerogatives.
- Parliament versus King Charles I over royal prerogatives.
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What was the primary goal of the Catholic Counter-Reformation?
What was the primary goal of the Catholic Counter-Reformation?
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To reform the Church and counter Protestant growth. Council of Trent and Jesuits led Catholic revival.
To reform the Church and counter Protestant growth. Council of Trent and Jesuits led Catholic revival.
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Identify the architect of St. Peter's Basilica dome.
Identify the architect of St. Peter's Basilica dome.
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Michelangelo. Renaissance architect designed iconic Vatican dome structure.
Michelangelo. Renaissance architect designed iconic Vatican dome structure.
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Name the 17th-century philosopher who wrote 'Leviathan'.
Name the 17th-century philosopher who wrote 'Leviathan'.
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Thomas Hobbes. Political theorist advocated for absolute sovereign power.
Thomas Hobbes. Political theorist advocated for absolute sovereign power.
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What was the primary purpose of the Spanish Inquisition?
What was the primary purpose of the Spanish Inquisition?
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To maintain Catholic orthodoxy in Spain. Targeted Muslims, Jews, and suspected heretics systematically.
To maintain Catholic orthodoxy in Spain. Targeted Muslims, Jews, and suspected heretics systematically.
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Which country experienced the Glorious Revolution in 1688?
Which country experienced the Glorious Revolution in 1688?
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England. William of Orange replaced Catholic James II peacefully.
England. William of Orange replaced Catholic James II peacefully.
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Identify the artist known for the painting 'The Last Supper'.
Identify the artist known for the painting 'The Last Supper'.
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Leonardo da Vinci. High Renaissance master painted Milan monastery masterpiece.
Leonardo da Vinci. High Renaissance master painted Milan monastery masterpiece.
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What was the main outcome of the Glorious Revolution?
What was the main outcome of the Glorious Revolution?
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The establishment of constitutional monarchy in England. Parliamentary sovereignty replaced absolute royal power permanently.
The establishment of constitutional monarchy in England. Parliamentary sovereignty replaced absolute royal power permanently.
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Which event in 1649 marked the execution of a king in England?
Which event in 1649 marked the execution of a king in England?
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The execution of Charles I. Parliamentary victory in English Civil War established precedent.
The execution of Charles I. Parliamentary victory in English Civil War established precedent.
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What was the primary goal of the Protestant Reformation?
What was the primary goal of the Protestant Reformation?
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To reform the practices and beliefs of the Catholic Church. Led by Luther, Calvin, and others challenging Catholic authority.
To reform the practices and beliefs of the Catholic Church. Led by Luther, Calvin, and others challenging Catholic authority.
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Identify the year the Spanish Armada was defeated.
Identify the year the Spanish Armada was defeated.
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- Philip II's fleet defeated by English navy and storms.
- Philip II's fleet defeated by English navy and storms.
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Name the Italian scientist who supported heliocentrism.
Name the Italian scientist who supported heliocentrism.
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Galileo Galilei. Used telescope observations to support Copernican theory.
Galileo Galilei. Used telescope observations to support Copernican theory.
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What was the Edict of Nantes issued in 1598?
What was the Edict of Nantes issued in 1598?
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It granted religious toleration to Huguenots in France. Henry IV's compromise ending French Wars of Religion.
It granted religious toleration to Huguenots in France. Henry IV's compromise ending French Wars of Religion.
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Which ruler is known for the establishment of the Anglican Church?
Which ruler is known for the establishment of the Anglican Church?
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Henry VIII. Broke from Rome to annul marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
Henry VIII. Broke from Rome to annul marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
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Identify the event that marked the end of the Tudor dynasty.
Identify the event that marked the end of the Tudor dynasty.
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The death of Elizabeth I in 1603. Last Tudor monarch died childless, succeeded by Stuarts.
The death of Elizabeth I in 1603. Last Tudor monarch died childless, succeeded by Stuarts.
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Name the painter known for works like 'The Night Watch'.
Name the painter known for works like 'The Night Watch'.
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Rembrandt van Rijn. Dutch Golden Age master of light and shadow.
Rembrandt van Rijn. Dutch Golden Age master of light and shadow.
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