Introduction Flashcards
What is the Period of age of Revival?
1400 - 1550 AD
When was Printing Press invented in Europe? Who invented it?
John Gutenburg of Germany in 1454
What does the word “Renaissance” mean?
Rebirth
What changes did the Printing Press bring?
- Increase in Literacy
2. Availability of Classic texts to grow
When was the first printing press established in England? By whom?
In 1476 by William Caxton
Reformation is the term used to refer to the great ___________ movement.
Religious
What are the other major inventions in the age of revival?
- The “Mariner’s Compass”
2. Telescope
The period of Renaissance is also known as the age of _____
Translation
What are the popular voyages in Age of Revival?
- Christopher Columbus discovered America
2. Vasco da Gama discovered India
The Renaissance in religion is known as _____. What are the two movements?
Reformation.
1. Reformation and Counter-Reformation
In which century does Reformation start?
16th Century
Who started the Reformation movement?
Martin Luther
In which country does Reformation start?
Germany
Who are Protestants?
People who protested against the supremacy of the pope
What was the idea of Reformation movement?
- To reform the doctrines and principles of the Church of Rome.
- To establish reformed or protestant churches of Central and North-Western Europe
What are the causes of Reformation movement?
- The doctrines and practices of Church became outdated and relevant and needed to be reformed.
- Growing spirit of nationalism
- Rivalry between Popes and Anti Popes
- Corruption in Society
What led to the development of Prose?
Religious controversies
Who was Martin Luther?
an ex-Augustinian monk of Germany