Scientific Method
This is a way of using observations, experiments, and data to learn things about the world.
the scientific method
This word means rebirth
Renaissance
The belief that religion is not the most important thing is called...
Secularism
The Catholic response to the reformation was called...
The Counter-Reformation
This invention allowed ideas to spread quickly
The printing press
Which of the following is NOT part of the scientific method: forming a hypothesis, gathering data, testing a hypothesis, or deciding the answer before testing it?
deciding the answer before testing it
What Italian City-State did the Renaissance start in?
Florence
This belief says one person’s personal freedom is most important.
individualism
Who started the Reformation and what were his followers called?
Martin Luther and Protestants
What happened to literacy rates in Europe during this period?
They increased
This must be part of any use of the scientific method, and it is a testable prediction about what will happen.
a hypothesis
How was Renaissance art different from Medieval art?
Renaissance art was more realistic, included secular themes and was 3 dimensional.
The belief that human issues and problems are worth studying, learning about, and trying to solve.
Humanism
Payments made to the church to have sin forgiven were called...
indulgences
This scientists first purposed that the earth revolves around the sun.
copernicus
A researcher says eating vegetables every day will help people live longer. This is an example of...
A hypothesis
What technique helped make paintings look 3 dimensional during the Renaissance?
Linear Perspective
A student says, “Schools should not include prayer or religious teachings in class.” This is an example of this belief.
Secularism
What was the document that Luther wrote criticizing the church?
The 95 Thesis
This scientist explained how gravity works.
Issac Newton
What do researchers get from experiments that helps them test their hypotheses?
Data
Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo Da Vinci
A person says, “People should be free to make their own choices, even if others disagree.” This is an example of this belief.
individualism
What was the name of the period in which people were tortured for opposing the church?
The Inquisition
Name one invention from the Scientific Revolution that was especially important in allowing for new scientific discoveries?
(hint. Think about what was discovered during this period)
E.G. The telescope, thermometer, and microscope.