What were the major causes of the Scientific Revolution?

Question

Select TWO correct answers.

A rediscovery of classical texts led to questions about the use of the Bible.

Exploration and voyages brought new information from around the world.

The invention of instruments, like the telescope and the microscope, aided scientific discoveries.

Raw materials and colonialism led to the development of capitalism and free trade.

Renaissance thinkers relied on the prophets to write new classical texts.

Answer 1

The two correct answers regarding the major causes of the Scientific Revolution are:

1. Exploration and voyages brought new information from around the world.
2. The invention of instruments, like the telescope and the microscope, aided scientific discoveries.

These factors played significant roles in advancing scientific thought and knowledge during the period.