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The Influence of Scholasticism on Art and Architecture

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What was the main goal of Scholasticism?

  1. To reconcile faith and reason

  2. To promote the study of the natural world

  3. To develop a new system of ethics

  4. To create a new form of art


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Scholasticism was a philosophical movement that sought to reconcile faith and reason by using logic and reason to explain religious doctrines.

Which of the following is a characteristic of Scholastic art?

  1. It is highly symbolic

  2. It is realistic

  3. It is abstract

  4. It is non-representational


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Scholastic art is often highly symbolic, with images and motifs that represent religious concepts and ideas.

What was the most common type of architecture during the Scholastic period?

  1. Gothic

  2. Romanesque

  3. Byzantine

  4. Renaissance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gothic architecture was the most common type of architecture during the Scholastic period. It is characterized by its pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses.

Which of the following is an example of a Scholastic cathedral?

  1. Chartres Cathedral

  2. Notre Dame Cathedral

  3. Salisbury Cathedral

  4. Lincoln Cathedral


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chartres Cathedral is a prime example of a Scholastic cathedral. It is known for its beautiful stained glass windows, which depict scenes from the Bible and the lives of the saints.

How did Scholasticism influence the development of universities?

  1. It led to the establishment of new universities

  2. It led to the development of new curricula

  3. It led to the rise of new intellectual disciplines

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism had a profound influence on the development of universities. It led to the establishment of new universities, the development of new curricula, and the rise of new intellectual disciplines.

Which of the following is a famous Scholastic philosopher?

  1. Thomas Aquinas

  2. John Duns Scotus

  3. William of Ockham

  4. Roger Bacon


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Thomas Aquinas is one of the most famous Scholastic philosophers. He is known for his Summa Theologica, which is a comprehensive work of theology that attempts to reconcile faith and reason.

What was the main focus of Scholastic philosophy?

  1. Metaphysics

  2. Epistemology

  3. Ethics

  4. Political philosophy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main focus of Scholastic philosophy was metaphysics, which is the study of the nature of reality.

How did Scholasticism influence the development of science?

  1. It led to the development of new scientific methods

  2. It led to the discovery of new scientific facts

  3. It led to the rise of new scientific disciplines

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism had a significant influence on the development of science. It led to the development of new scientific methods, the discovery of new scientific facts, and the rise of new scientific disciplines.

Which of the following is an example of a Scholastic scientific discovery?

  1. The heliocentric theory of the solar system

  2. The law of universal gravitation

  3. The circulation of the blood

  4. The germ theory of disease


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The circulation of the blood is an example of a Scholastic scientific discovery. It was discovered by William Harvey in the 17th century.

How did Scholasticism influence the development of law?

  1. It led to the development of new legal codes

  2. It led to the rise of new legal professions

  3. It led to the development of new legal theories

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism had a significant influence on the development of law. It led to the development of new legal codes, the rise of new legal professions, and the development of new legal theories.

Which of the following is an example of a Scholastic legal theory?

  1. The theory of natural law

  2. The theory of positive law

  3. The theory of legal positivism

  4. The theory of legal realism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The theory of natural law is an example of a Scholastic legal theory. It holds that there are certain moral principles that are inherent in nature and that these principles should be the basis of law.

How did Scholasticism influence the development of politics?

  1. It led to the development of new political theories

  2. It led to the rise of new political movements

  3. It led to the development of new political institutions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism had a significant influence on the development of politics. It led to the development of new political theories, the rise of new political movements, and the development of new political institutions.

Which of the following is an example of a Scholastic political theory?

  1. The theory of the divine right of kings

  2. The theory of popular sovereignty

  3. The theory of the separation of powers

  4. The theory of the social contract


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The theory of the social contract is an example of a Scholastic political theory. It holds that the state is based on a contract between the government and the people.

How did Scholasticism influence the development of economics?

  1. It led to the development of new economic theories

  2. It led to the rise of new economic movements

  3. It led to the development of new economic institutions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Scholasticism had a significant influence on the development of economics. It led to the development of new economic theories, the rise of new economic movements, and the development of new economic institutions.

Which of the following is an example of a Scholastic economic theory?

  1. The theory of just price

  2. The theory of usury

  3. The theory of economic growth

  4. The theory of international trade


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The theory of just price is an example of a Scholastic economic theory. It holds that there is a fair price for goods and services that is based on their cost of production.

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