The Wider Intellectual Context: the Coming of the Age of Science and Reason (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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When did Copernicus publish his heliocentric solar system theory?
When did Copernicus publish his heliocentric solar system theory?
1543
What was the Royal Society's motto that emphasized evidence over authority?
What was the Royal Society's motto that emphasized evidence over authority?
Nullius in verba
What did Reginald Scot conclude many accused witches actually suffered from?
What did Reginald Scot conclude many accused witches actually suffered from?
Mental illness
What is materialism in philosophy?
What is materialism in philosophy?
Only physical, material things exist
When did John Locke publish 'Essay Concerning Human Understanding'?
When did John Locke publish 'Essay Concerning Human Understanding'?
1690
Which scientist believed his discoveries revealed God's plan despite his groundbreaking work?
Which scientist believed his discoveries revealed God's plan despite his groundbreaking work?
Isaac Newton
When did witchcraft belief decline much faster according to the note?
When did witchcraft belief decline much faster according to the note?
After 1660
How did improved poor relief reduce witchcraft accusations?
How did improved poor relief reduce witchcraft accusations?
Less suspicion between neighbours
How did insurance affect the need to blame witches for misfortune?
How did insurance affect the need to blame witches for misfortune?
Covered losses, no need to blame witches
When did Newton publish his theory of gravity?
When did Newton publish his theory of gravity?
1687