Which of the following most accurately describes the influence of Christianity on the development of imperialistic and expansionist policies by the countries of Renaissance Europe?A) As scientific advancements increasingly replaced the need for religious guidance and explanations for life's mysteries, the Christian Church lost power in Renaissance Europe. As a result, money that once went to the church was now reallocated to fund research and exploration.B) The Christian Church had a powerful influence over Renaissance Europe. Exploration and the spreading of Christianity, by missionaries, to other parts of the world were seen as a fulfillment of the teachings of Jesus Christ, as set out in the Christian Bible.C) The Christian religion greatly opposed exploration, and instead directed Renaissance Europeans to return to Rome where the apostle, Saint Peter, had built his church. Exploration outside the boundaries of Christian Europe was viewed as submission to the powers of greed and temptation. This caused a rift between the Christian Church and the political leaders of many Renaissance Europe countries.D) Very few people were Christian in Renaissance Europe; most were of the Catholic faith. This meant that Christianity had little influence on the imperialist movement or the interest in exploration.

The Crusades exposed Western Europeans to ideas and discoveries of the Muslim world, resulting in A. a significant decrease in Christianity within Europe itself. B. an increase in European education. C. an understanding and peace between Christians and Muslims. D. a hatred for Muslim culture within Europe.

What is one legacy of the Reformation?Group of answer choicesThe end of religious influence in politicsThe establishment of a single European churchThe decline of ChristianityThe creation of a pluralistic religious landscape in Europe

Differentiate the development of Christianity in the Eastern and Western portions of the Roman Empire based on one of the elements of faith and practice

How did the rise of nation-states contribute to the Reformation?Group of answer choicesThey aimed to expand the Holy Roman EmpireThey sought to consolidate power and reduce Church influenceThey sought to suppress Protestant ideasThey wanted to unify under the Pope's authority PreviousNext

The Renaissance brought about a change in the way political leadership was regarded in Europe. The changes in ideas and attitudes toward political leadership began in the city-states of Northern Italy and were the result of which of the following?A) Decreasing role of religion in daily life.B) Economic growth and increased personal wealth.C) Widespread abuse of power by the European monarchs.D) Changes in political boundaries, due to war and conflict, between the nations of Renaissance Europe.