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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Henry's likeness appeared on ____.
(a) Coins.
(b) Statues.
(c) Billboards.
(d) Leaflets.

2. What was Magellan's home country?
(a) Spain.
(b) Italy.
(c) Portugal.
(d) France.

3. Magellan's supporters were based in which city?
(a) Lisbon.
(b) Paris.
(c) Barcelona.
(d) Madrid.

4. Which city was at the center of the rectangle?
(a) Jerusalem.
(b) Bethlehem.
(c) Mainz.
(d) Rome.

5. Early sea voyages were difficult due to a lack of ____.
(a) Experience.
(b) Navigation.
(c) Clear skies.
(d) Foreknowledge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Luther believed that to recant would be to violate his _____.

2. In which year was the English King born?

3. Luther was accused of _____.

4. Who referred to Luther's speech as the greatest moment in the history of man?

5. How long had Frederick ruled Saxony at this point?

Short Essay Questions

1. Examine Luther's stand in Wittenberg.

2. Who were among Luther's most avid supporters?

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

4. What events occurred due to Pope Clement's lack of ability as a politician?

5. How did the Catholic Church raise money shortly before the start of the Reformation?

6. What issues faced explorers at this time?

7. What were some of the issues that were facing the medieval world as Magellan set out to sea?

8. What was the papal response to Luther's declarations? Who was involved?

9. What mistake was made regarding Luther's beliefs?

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

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