Question 1

Pasteur's discovery of bacteria led to

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Pasteur's discovery of bacteria contributed to advancements in food safety, medical treatments, and surgical procedures, making all options correct.

Question 2

The word that is most often used to describe late nineteenth century European literature is

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Late nineteenth century European literature is most often associated with Realism, which focused on depicting everyday life and society as it was.

Question 3

The word that describes much of the important art of the late nineteenth century is

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Impressionism is the art movement that emerged in the late nineteenth century, characterized by a focus on light and color, and a departure from traditional techniques.

Question 4

Claude Monet

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Claude Monet was an impressionist painter whose works were indeed purchased by the bourgeoisie, contributing to the popularity and financial success of the Impressionist movement during his lifetime.

Question 5

The discoverer of relativity was

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Albert Einstein developed the theory of relativity.

Question 6

The father of psychoanalysis was

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Sigmund Freud is widely considered the father of psychoanalysis, a method of treating mental illness by exploring the unconscious mind.

Question 7

Sigmund Freud argued that

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Freud believed that much of human behavior is driven by unconscious desires and instincts, which are often irrational.

Question 8

The popularity of such late nineteenth and early twentieth century thinkers such as Nietzsche and Bergson indicated

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Nietzsche and Bergson's popularity reflected a growing disenchantment with the rational, optimistic, and materialistic values of bourgeois society, as they offered alternative philosophical perspectives.

Question 9

A nineteenth century thinker who demonstrated great disenchantment with the optimism of the bourgeoisie of his time was

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Nietzsche was a philosopher known for his critique of the values and optimism of the bourgeois society of his time, often challenging conventional morality and beliefs.

Question 10

The late nineteenth to early twentieth century artistic movement that led to subjective and abstract art is called

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Expressionism is the movement that emphasized subjective and abstract art, focusing on representing emotions and personal perspectives.

Question 11

The technological changes in Europe between 1870 and 1914 are can be considered the "Second Industrial Revolution."

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The period between 1870 and 1914 is known as the Second Industrial Revolution, characterized by rapid industrialization and technological advancements in Europe and the United States, including developments in steel, electricity, and chemical industries.

Question 12

A major problem of the late nineteenth century was a rise in food prices, causing real wages for workers to fall.

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Question 13

Of the major late nineteenth century European cities, only Paris underwent a major rebuilding program.

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Many major European cities, including London and Vienna, also underwent significant rebuilding and modernization efforts during the late nineteenth century.

Question 14

Some of the most important developments in the late nineteenth century cities took place underground.

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The late nineteenth century saw significant developments such as the construction of subways and underground sewage systems, which were crucial for urban growth and public health.

Question 15

By shrewd investments and strategic marriages with wealthy bourgeoisie, many of the traditional aristocracy maintained their social and economic position among the late nineteenth century elite.

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Many aristocratic families in the late 19th century preserved their status by marrying into wealthy bourgeois families and making wise investments, adapting to the changing economic landscape.

Question 16

Middle class men permitted women to practice professions, but objected to their participation in philanthropic work.

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Middle class men of the past often objected to women practicing professions but were more accepting of their participation in philanthropic work, which was seen as an extension of their domestic roles.

Question 17

The ability of persons in the lower middle class to rise socially and economically tended to decrease after 1850.

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Question 18

Although urban workers between 1870 and 1914 tended to be better off than they were in 1850, they were still often threatened by the possibility of falling into poverty.

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During the period between 1870 and 1914, industrialization and urbanization improved living standards for many workers, but economic instability, lack of social safety nets, and poor working conditions still posed significant risks of poverty.

Question 19

The families of late nineteenth century Europe tended to live much more of their life in public, avoiding the home.

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During the late nineteenth century in Europe, families typically valued the home as a private space and spent much of their life within it, emphasizing domesticity and family life.

Question 20

The ideal late nineteenth century middle class household was managed by the woman, not by the man.

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During the late nineteenth century, societal norms often dictated that middle-class women were responsible for managing the household, while men were expected to work outside the home.

Quiz 21: Modern Life and the Culture of Progress: Western Society, 1850-1914