Question 1

In feudalism debate, Perry Anderson's perspective is described as "_________"

Accepted Answer

Perry Anderson's perspective on feudalism is described as "marxist eclecticism" because his analysis is rooted in Marxist theory, incorporating a diverse range of ideas and approaches within that framework to understand the complexities of feudal societies.

Question 2

Who is remembered as one of the pre-eminent Marxist economists of the 20th century?.

Accepted Answer

Maurice Dobb is remembered as one of the pre-eminent Marxist economists of the 20th century, known for his contributions to the economic history and theory within the framework of Marxian economics.

Question 3

According to Dobb, feudal economy can't simply be described as___________

Accepted Answer

Dobb argues that a feudal economy is primarily characterized by its reliance on subsistence agriculture and local production, which aligns with a natural economy, rather than being driven by market or monetary exchanges.

Question 4

According to ________, feudalism is a mode of production that lacks trade and market.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Who is usually viewed as the "father" of the concept of embeddedness?.

Accepted Answer

Karl Polanyi is widely recognized as the "father" of the concept of embeddedness, which he introduced to describe the way economic activities are deeply rooted in social relationships.

Question 6

The author of "The Great Transformation" is ____________

Accepted Answer

"The Great Transformation" is a book by Karl Polanyi, which was published in 1944. It discusses the development of the modern national market economy and its effects on society.

Question 7

_________ is a form of monarchical power that is unlimited by any other institution, such as the church, parliament, or social elites.

Accepted Answer

Absolutism refers to a political system where a monarch holds supreme authority, unconstrained by any other institutions or laws, embodying the principle that the monarch's word is law.

Question 8

The Divine Right of Kings states that a monarch is subject to no earthly authority since he derives the right to rule directly from __________

Accepted Answer

The Divine Right of Kings doctrine asserts that a monarch's authority to rule comes directly from God, not from any earthly institution or authority.

Question 9

__________is the first modern philosopher to articulate Social Contract

Accepted Answer

Thomas Hobbes is recognized as the first modern philosopher to articulate the concept of the social contract, which he did in his work "Leviathan" published in 1651. This concept suggests that individuals consent, either explicitly or implicitly, to surrender some of their freedoms and submit to the authority of the ruler (or to the decision of a majority) in exchange for protection of their remaining rights.

Question 10

The English Civil Wars are considered to have begun in England in _________

Accepted Answer

The English Civil Wars began in August 1642 when Charles I raised his standard in Nottingham, marking the start of the conflict between the Royalists and the Parliamentarians.

Question 11

Who was elected as a Member of Parliament for Huntingdon in 1628?.

Accepted Answer

Oliver Cromwell was elected as a Member of Parliament for Huntingdon in 1628, before his prominent role in the English Civil War and as Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland.

Question 12

"Ironside" is the nickname of __________

Accepted Answer

"Ironside" was the nickname of Oliver Cromwell, a leader of the Parliamentary forces during the English Civil War and later Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland.

Question 13

________is the formal name of the Whig Party

Accepted Answer

The formal name of the Whig Party is "Country Party," which was used to distinguish its members from the Court Party, which supported the monarchy. The Whigs were a political faction and then a political party in the parliaments of England, Scotland, Great Britain, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. They played a central role in the Glorious Revolution of 1688 and were the enemies of the Stuart kings and pretenders, who were Roman Catholic. The Whigs primarily advocated for constitutional monarchism, a system limiting the power of the monarchy, and were opposed by the Tories, who were royalist and conservative.

Question 14

____________, that resulted in the deposition of James II and the accession of his daughter Mary II and her husband, William III

Accepted Answer

The Glorious Revolution, which took place in 1688, led to the deposition of James II and the accession of his daughter Mary II and her husband, William III, to the English throne.

Question 15

The english civil wars finally ended in ___________

Accepted Answer

The English Civil Wars, a series of armed conflicts and political machinations between Parliamentarians ("Roundheads") and Royalists ("Cavaliers"), finally ended in 1651 with the Battle of Worcester. This marked the end of the third war (1649–1651) and led to the trial and execution of Charles I, and the temporary establishment of a republican government in England.

Question 16

__________is the author of the book "Leviathan"

Accepted Answer

Thomas Hobbes is the author of "Leviathan," a work on social and political philosophy published in 1651, which argues for a social contract and rule by an absolute sovereign.

Question 17

_________are the intelligentsia and the critical study of the ideas expressed in the texts produced by intellectuals

Accepted Answer

Intellectual history focuses on the study and critical analysis of ideas and ideologies as expressed in texts by intellectuals, examining their development, transformations, and impact over time.

Question 18

Renaissance began in ________about 1350

Accepted Answer

The Renaissance, a period of cultural, artistic, political, and economic "rebirth" following the Middle Ages, began in Italy around the 14th century, specifically around 1350. Italy's cities, such as Florence, Venice, and Rome, were centers of this revival, leading to significant developments in art, architecture, literature, and science.

Question 19

The word Renaissance occurs _________'s work "Histoire de France".

Accepted Answer

The term "Renaissance" is notably associated with Jules Michelet's work "Histoire de France," where he used it to describe the cultural rebirth in Europe.

Question 20

________ states had three basic forms of government: princedoms, monarchies, and oligarchies

Accepted Answer

Renaissance states had three basic forms of government: princedoms, monarchies, and oligarchies. This period was characterized by a resurgence in the interest in the classical knowledge and values of ancient Greece and Rome, leading to various forms of governance in the states of that era.

Quiz 2: History and Culture : Feudalism, Monarchy, and Renaissance