The Scientific Revolution
The process by which scientists ask questions, develop hypotheses, experiment, and develop theories.
What is the scientific method?
This man began the Protestant Reformation.
Who is Martin Luther?
This philosopher believed that the natural state of humanity is conflict, and that a strong ruler is needed to keep them in line.
Who is Thomas Hobbes?
He was sentenced to house arrest for the last 10 years of his life because of his book that declared that the sun was the center of the solar system; he also developed the telescope and dropped things off the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Who is Galileo Galilei?
This document, when posted on a church door, listed some criticisms of the Catholic Church, including the sale of indulgences which forgave peoples' sins.
What are the 95 Theses?
This philosopher believed that humans have natural rights, including life, liberty and property.
Who is John Locke?
Andreas Vaselius updated knowledge in this field of study; it needed updating after 1300 years.
What is anatomy and physiology?
This massacre began with the Queen of France playing Huegenot and Catholic lords against each other; estimates are that 20,000 French Protestants were killed.
What is the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre?
This philosopher was an early advocate for women's rights.
Who is Mary Wallstonecraft?
Who is Sir Isaac Newton?
The war of religion fought mainly in modern-day Germany; 20-25% of Europeans are estimated to have been killed.
What is the Thirty Years War?
This philosopher came up with the idea of the separation of powers that we see in our branches of government here in the U.S. `
Who is the Baron de Montesquieu?
The first scientist to publish his theory on the heliocentric theory; he waited until after his death.
Who is Nicolaus Copernicus?
This is the name for the conflict between groups of Catholics and Protestants living in Ireland.
What are The Troubles?
The philosopher was a strong proponent of freedom of speech and freedom of religion; a famous quote from him states that "I completely disagree with what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it."
Who is Voltaire?