WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of following is NOT characteristic of the Renaissance?
A
Humanism
B
Individualism
C
Question reality
D
Trusting the authorities of the Catholic Church.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Characteristics of the Renaissance include a renewed interest in classical antiquity; a rise in humanist philosophy (a belief in self, human worth, and individual dignity); and radical changes in ideas about religion, politics, and science.

Detailed explanation-2: -Crippling Effect Martin Luther’s humanist education led him to read more of the original works of the scripture which also led him to question many of the Church’s actions. Humanism brought faith down to man and did not keep it out of reach of him and only in the hands of the Church. Religion became personal again.

Detailed explanation-3: -Henry is best known for his six marriages, and for his efforts to have his first marriage (to Catherine of Aragon) annulled. His disagreement with Pope Clement VII about such an annulment led Henry to initiate the English Reformation, separating the Church of England from papal authority.

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