Renaissance
What region is known as the birthplace of the Renaissance, characterized by a revival of art and learning?
What is the Italian Peninsula
What invention by Johannes Gutenberg helped spread Reformation ideas rapidly across Europe?
What is the printing Press
Which civilization is known for its capital city of Tenochtitlán and a complex society with pyramids and a rich mythology?
What are the Aztecs
Who was the Spanish conquistador known for leading the expedition that resulted in the fall of the Aztec Empire?
Who is Heran Cortes
What is the largest continent by land area, known for its diverse cultures and landscapes?
What is Asia
Who is the famous artist and inventor known for works such as the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper?
Who is Leonardo da Vinci
Who is credited with starting the Protestant Reformation by posting the Ninety-Five Theses in 1517?
Who is Martin Luther
What civilization is known for its advanced writing system, calendar, and impressive architectural achievements, including cities like Tikal?
Who are the Maya
What is the name of the small, fast sailing ship developed in the 15th century, which became significant for exploration?
What is a Caravel
Which continent is known as the second largest and is home to the Sahara Desert and the Nile River?
What is Africa
Who was the influential Florentine banker that played a significant role in the patronage of the arts during the Renaissance?
Who is Cosimo de Medici
What term refers to beliefs or opinions that go against established religious doctrine, often leading to persecution during the Reformation?
What is heresy?
Which civilization, located in South America, is known for its vast empire and impressive engineering, including roads and Machu Picchu?
Who are the Inca
Who is credited with leading the first expedition to circumnavigate the globe, although he did not survive the entire journey?
Who is Ferdinand Magellan
What region is often referred to as the crossroads of the world, encompassing countries like Saudi Arabia and Iran?
What is the Middle East
What term refers to the individuals or organizations that financially supported artists and intellectuals during the Renaissance?
Who are patrons
What was the name of the Spanish fleet that attempted to invade England in 1588, partly in response to the Reformation?
What is the Spanish Armada
What disease, brought by Europeans, had a devastating impact on indigenous populations in the Americas during colonization?
What is small pox
Who is the Italian explorer known for his 1492 voyage that led to the European awareness of the American continents?
Who is Christopher Columbus
What continent is known for its rich history, including ancient civilizations like Greece and Rome?
What is Europe
Who was the playwright and poet known for works like "Hamlet" and "Romeo and Juliet," and is often considered one of the greatest writers in the English language?
Who is William Shakespear
What was the series of institutions and procedures established by the Catholic Church to combat heresy and enforce religious orthodoxy?
What is the Inquisition
What agricultural technique, used by the Inca, involves creating flat platforms on steep mountainsides to grow crops?
What is Terrance farming
What term refers to the widespread transfer of plants, animals, culture, and diseases between the Americas and the Old World following Columbus's voyages?
Columbian Exchange
What is the body of water that separates North America from Europe and Africa, known for its pivotal role in transatlantic trade?
What is the Atlantic Ocean