Renaissance Flashcards
(26 cards)
What period did the Renaissance span?
The Renaissance spanned from the 14th to the 17th century.
True or False: The Renaissance began in France.
False. The Renaissance began in Italy.
Which invention significantly contributed to the spread of Renaissance ideas?
The printing press.
Fill in the blank: The Renaissance emphasized __________ and the study of classical texts.
humanism
Name one major artist associated with the Renaissance.
Leonardo da Vinci.
What is one effect of the Renaissance on science?
It led to advancements in scientific methods and discoveries.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key figure in the development of Renaissance philosophy? A) Galileo B) Machiavelli C) Shakespeare
B) Machiavelli
True or False: The Renaissance resulted in a decline in religious authority.
True.
What was a significant impact of Renaissance art?
It introduced perspective and realism.
Fill in the blank: The invention of the __________ allowed for the mass production of books and the dissemination of knowledge.
printing press
Which city is often considered the cradle of the Renaissance?
Florence.
What was the effect of the Renaissance on literature?
It led to the creation of vernacular literature and the use of everyday language.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a result of the Renaissance? A) Increased secularism B) Strengthening of feudalism C) Growth of individualism
B) Strengthening of feudalism
True or False: The Renaissance influenced the Reformation.
True.
What was one effect of Renaissance humanism on education?
It promoted a curriculum based on classical studies.
Fill in the blank: The Renaissance led to a revival of __________ in Europe.
classical learning
Who wrote ‘The Prince’, a significant political treatise during the Renaissance?
Niccolò Machiavelli.
What role did patrons play during the Renaissance?
They funded artists and scholars.
Multiple Choice: Which Renaissance artist is known for the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel? A) Raphael B) Michelangelo C) Donatello
B) Michelangelo
True or False: The Renaissance had no impact on modern democracy.
False.
What major architectural advancement is associated with the Renaissance?
The use of domes and arches in buildings.
Fill in the blank: The __________ was a significant political and social movement that emerged from Renaissance ideas.
Reformation
Name a key scientific figure from the Renaissance.
Galileo Galilei.
What was the effect of the Renaissance on exploration?
It encouraged exploration and the discovery of new lands.
