History & Civics
Read the two statements given below about the Renaissance and select the option that shows the correct relationship between (A) and (B):
(A): The Renaissance marked the beginning of modern science, emphasising observation and experimentation over reliance on scripture.
(B): Roger Bacon advocated original thinking and scientific enquiry, fostering a spirit of innovation that led to transformative inventions and discoveries.
- (B) contradicts (A).
- (B) is the reason for (A).
- (A) is true, but (B) is false.
- (A) and (B) are independent of each other.
Related Questions
Who authored the famous book Utopia, which describes an ideal society?
- Chaucer
- Boccaccio
- Tasso
- Thomas More
"The word 'Renaissance' means 'rebirth' or revival." Which of the following statements correctly describes this period?
- It led to the revival of the study of Greek and Roman classics.
- The Renaissance stood for a creative and adventurous spirit which touched all fields of human thought and activity.
- It led to the revival of feudalism.
- It led to the discovery of new trade routes.
Which group of people benefited the most from the decline of feudalism?
- Kings and nobility
- Peasants, craftsmen, and traders
- Priests and monks
- Landowners and feudal lords
Identify the reasons for the major impact of geographical exploration during the Renaissance.
P: Advances in science enabling new trade routes
Q: Increased global isolation and limited exploration
R: Creation of new trade links between Europe and the East
S: Restriction of trade to European countries only
- P and Q
- P and R
- Q and S
- R and S