Author Question: Historians explain that the Scientific Revolution happened first in Europe rather than in China -- ... (Read 51 times)

P68T · **on:** Sep 12, 2019

Question 1

It is not certain when agriculture was first practiced on the continent of Africa.

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Historians explain that the Scientific Revolution happened first in Europe rather than in China -- for all of these reasons EXCEPT

a. a shift in the European world view from a metaphysical to a more materialist perspective.
b. Chinese persistence to embrace Confucian principles.
c. the attraction of the European mercantile classes to the 'new' science as a means to exploit resources.
d. Chinese disinterest in the practical applications of scientific insights.
e. a greater intellectual capacity in Europeans.