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1
__________ was forced by the church to recant his own scientific findings:
A)Copernicus
B)Kepler
C)Galileo
D)Newton
2
The music of the seventeenth century is characterized by:
A)the rise of purely instrumental compositions
B)refinements in the tuning of musical instruments
C)an interest in programmatic music
D)all of these
3
The Scientific Revolution influenced seventeenth-century prose by its:
A)emphasis on precise expression and factual detail
B)new affirmation of equality of the sexes
C)exaltation of free speech
D)high regard for lyric poetry with complex phrasing
4
Locke's conception of the tabula rasa:
A)confirms Descartes' claim, "I think, therefore I am"
B)suggests that human knowledge derives from sensory experience
C)affirms Bacon's description of the Idol of the Cave
D)supports Pascal's view of the spiritual quest for God
5
Compared to Poussin's works, Rubens' paintings:
A)show little influence of the Renaissance masters
B)use more saturated colors
C)place a greater emphasis on dynamic motion
D)appeal more to the mind than to the senses
6
One of the key features of seventeenth-century Dutch painting was:
A)a renewed concern for classical allegory
B)the successful depiction of light
C)portraits that flattered the aristocracy
D)a dislike for realistic detail
7
The concept of "Deism" suggests that:
A)God does not exist
B)God is in total control of the world
C)God created the universe, but did not interfere with its workings
D)God's favor is reflected in material wealth





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