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What time frame does the Modern Period encompass?
- A) 15th to 18th century
- B) Early 19th century to 1964
- C) 5th to 7th century
- D) 21st century onwards
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Which intellectual movement emerged during the Modern Period, emphasizing reason, science, and individualism?
- A) Romanticism
- B) Realism
- C) Enlightenment
- D) Existentialism
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Who was a prominent figure of the Enlightenment, advocating for freedom of thought and expression?
- A) Karl Marx
- B) Voltaire
- C) Friedrich Nietzsche
- D) Sigmund Freud
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What was a central theme of intellectual awakening during the Modern Period?
- A) Tradition and conservatism
- B) Superstition and mysticism
- C) Rationality and skepticism
- D) Authoritarianism and dogma
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Which scientific theory, proposed during the Modern Period, challenged traditional religious beliefs about the origin of species?
- A) Theory of Relativity
- B) Quantum Mechanics
- C) Theory of Evolution
- D) Germ Theory of Disease
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What literary movement emerged during the Modern Period, focusing on subjective experiences, inner emotions, and individual perceptions?
- A) Realism
- B) Romanticism
- C) Naturalism
- D) Surrealism
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Who authored the influential work "The Communist Manifesto" during the Modern Period?
- A) Karl Marx
- B) Friedrich Nietzsche
- C) John Locke
- D) Jean-Jacques Rousseau
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What was the primary goal of intellectual awakening movements during the Modern Period?
- A) Preservation of traditional values
- B) Exploration of existential questions
- C) Advancement of human knowledge and progress
- D) Establishment of authoritarian regimes
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Which technological advancement during the Modern Period significantly influenced intellectual awakening?
- A) Printing press
- B) Telegraph
- C) Radio
- D) Television
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Who is considered the father of psychoanalysis, contributing to the intellectual awakening by exploring the unconscious mind?
- A) Sigmund Freud
- B) Carl Jung
- C) Albert Einstein
- D) Max Weber
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What was the significance of the Modern Period in terms of literature?
- A) Emphasis on mythological themes
- B) Rejection of realism in favor of idealism
- C) Exploration of human psychology and inner life
- D) Promotion of strict adherence to classical forms
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Which intellectual movement during the Modern Period focused on challenging societal norms and advocating for individual freedom?
- A) Existentialism
- B) Nihilism
- C) Stoicism
- D) Hedonism
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What role did the printing press play in the intellectual awakening of the Modern Period?
- A) Facilitated the spread of ideas and knowledge
- B) Restricted access to information
- C) Encouraged censorship of dissenting views
- D) Hindered communication between intellectuals
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Who is credited with proposing the theory of relativity, revolutionizing physics and challenging Newtonian mechanics during the Modern Period?
- A) Isaac Newton
- B) Albert Einstein
- C) Werner Heisenberg
- D) Max Planck
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Which intellectual movement of the Modern Period emphasized the importance of the unconscious mind and dreams in understanding human behavior?
- A) Behaviorism
- B) Psychoanalysis
- C) Structuralism
- D) Functionalism
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What was a key aspect of intellectual awakening during the Modern Period in terms of political thought?
- A) Emphasis on absolute monarchy
- B) Advocacy for democratic governance
- C) Support for feudal systems
- D) Rejection of political theory altogether
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Which artist, known for his iconic works such as "The Persistence of Memory," contributed to intellectual awakening through surrealism?
- A) Pablo Picasso
- B) Vincent van Gogh
- C) Salvador Dalí
- D) Claude Monet
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What role did universities and academic institutions play in fostering intellectual awakening during the Modern Period?
- A) Hindered intellectual progress through censorship
- B) Encouraged open inquiry and critical thinking
- C) Promoted adherence to traditional beliefs
- D) Focused solely on vocational training
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Who coined the term "existentialism" and explored themes of individual freedom, choice, and responsibility during the Modern Period?
- A) Friedrich Nietzsche
- B) Jean-Paul Sartre
- C) Martin Heidegger
- D) Simone de Beauvoir
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How did intellectual awakening during the Modern Period contribute to social change and reform movements?
- A) By promoting conformity and obedience
- B) By challenging existing social structures and norms
- C) By discouraging critical thinking and inquiry
- D) By advocating for the preservation of traditional values
