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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. How many rivers irrigated the Garden of Eden?

2. Humanists began to uncover ____ in the church.

3. The Germans had been martyred for ________.

4. What religion was Magellan?

5. The Portuguese discovered a trade route to ____.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How did Frederick the Wise respond to the sale of indulgences?

3. What issues faced explorers at this time?

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

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

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

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

8. Examine the basic history of Magellan.

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

10. What was Luther's discovery regarding literacy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Manchester discusses the contributions and pitfalls of each pope. Compare and contrast at least four of the popes mentioned, preferably ones closest to the Reformation.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the Medici family. Which popes were linked to the Medicis? Why was the family so powerful? How did they become so wealthy and powerful? How did their influence affect the church? How did their influence affect commerce and growth throughout the Renaissance?

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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