Chapter 17 Essay Questions All6
What were Luther's chief objections to the Roman Catholic Church? There is 3.
Chief objections to the Catholic Church is that it was corrupt by indulgences, it was too strict and harsh and it was all about wealth also the pope was too worldy
Which aspects of the renaissance contributed to the environment that made the reformation possible?
It broke the unified religious view of the Middle Ages. It emphasized the secular and the dignity of the individual. This outlook challenged the authority of the Roman Catholic Church. Invention of the printing press made possible to quick spread of new ideas. It expanded literacy and the reading of the public. More people reading the Bible caused them to form ideas about religion. Church grew more wealthy and worldly, change evolved criticism.
What do you think were the major causes of the European renaissance? Explain your answer.
Major causes that started the Renaissance in Europe would be the bubonic Plague, Economy, and Ottoman Conquest. The Bubonic Plague had wiped away 1/3 of the population and after the Plague people wanted to enjoy their life, which lead to the spread of ideas and people expressing themselves. Also during this time there were Economic changes which merchants were wealthier and wages were increased. The ottoman Conquest was also a major cause of the renaissance, Byzantine scholars took Greek text with them making them available in Europe
How was the shift from medieval to renaissance values reflected in the art and learning of the two periods?
Medieval focused on a narrow study of God whereas the Renaissance focused broadly on the study of all aspects of humans. Medieval art portrayed one-dimensional religious scenes whereas renaissance art used a vernacular of their own language
What were the effects of Gutenberg's printing press?
The effects of the Gutenberg printing press were the mass distribution of literature and books in the 1500s. Now pieces of work were not handwritten anymore, mass production of the bible. Around this time the 95 Theses was published and massly produced.
