Rennaissance

Question 1

What revolution began in Europe in the 1300s?

Answer 1

A movement of ideas focused on the individual and the enjoyment of life on Earth

This movement contrasted with the teachings of the Church during the Middle Ages.

Question 2

What is the main idea regarding humanism?

Answer 2

The growth of humanism, emphasizing the individual, led to a rebirth of the arts and learning.

Question 3

What did followers of humanism seek?

Answer 3

Independence and the ability to think for themselves, rather than blindly obey authority.

Question 4

How did humanists view living a Christian life?

Answer 4

They stressed living a Christian life while exploring a new understanding of the individual in relation to God.

Question 5

What inspired the humanists?

Answer 5

Classical writings from ancient Greek and Roman civilizations.

Question 6

Who was Petrarch?

Answer 6

An Italian poet and early humanist leader who collected classical manuscripts.

Question 7

What significant period followed the rise of humanism?

Answer 7

The Renaissance, meaning ‘rebirth’ in French.

Question 8

When did the Renaissance take place?

Answer 8

From about 1300 to 1600.

Question 9

Where did the Renaissance begin?

Answer 9

In Italy.

Question 10

What contributed to Italy’s position as the birthplace of the Renaissance?

Answer 10

It was the center of the ancient Roman Empire and many cities became wealthy from trade. It was also highly populated

Question 11

Which cities in Italy were influential during the Renaissance?

Answer 11

Florence, Venice, Rome, and Milan.

Question 12

What trade routes were significant during the Renaissance?

Answer 12

The ancient trade routes of the Silk Roads.

Question 13

Who was Marco Polo?

Answer 13

A Venetian merchant who wrote about his travels along the Silk Roads.

Question 14

What was the impact of Marco Polo’s writings?

Answer 14

They sparked interest in Asian markets.

Question 15

Which city was the most influential during the Renaissance?

Answer 15

Florence.

Question 16

Name three prominent artists from the Italian Renaissance.

Answer 16

• Leonardo da Vinci
• Raphael
• Michelangelo

Question 17

What was Leonardo da Vinci known for?

Answer 17

Being a painter, inventor, and scientist.

Question 18

What kind of subjects did Michelangelo’s artworks convey?

Answer 18

Great intensity and power.

Question 19

What does the phrase ‘an earthshaking cultural shift’ suggest?

Answer 19

The significant transformation in Europe during the Renaissance.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The Renaissance lasted from about ______ to 1600.

Answer 20

1300

Question 21

What historical cultures inspired the European Renaissance?

Answer 21

Ancient Greek and Roman (Classical)

Question 22

What Medieval European institution would be the most challenged by the rise in humanism?

Answer 22

Churches because humanists will not blindly obey the pope and church teachings, and their beliefs are contradictory

Question 23

What inspired the development of Humanism? How did Europeans rediscover this knowledge?

Answer 23

Ancient Greek and Roman teachings and ideas found hidden in monasteries were passed through trade, which inspired humanist ideas

Question 24

What did humanists in the Renaissance begin to study in addition to classical history and poetry?

Answer 24

Art, architecture, government, and Greek and Roman language

Question 25

What was one of the conflicts between humanist ideas and the Catholic Church?

Answer 25

Humanists believed that people should use their minds to question everything which sometimes brought them into conflict with the church

Question 26

How did humanist ideals influence thoughts about government during the Renaissance?

Answer 26

Humanists helped lay the foundation for modern thinking about politics and government by separating the state and its role from church

Question 27

What did humanists believe about people’s ability?

Answer 27

People have the ability to control their own lives and achieve greatness

Question 28

What inspired the interest in learning during the Renaissance?

Answer 28

Humanism

Question 29

When we say “Classical” works, what civilizations are being referred to?

Answer 29

The Greeks and Romans

Question 30

What was the Renaissance thinkers’ view on individual achievement versus social status?

Answer 30

They prized individual achievement more than a person’s class or family

Question 31

What set of beliefs gave more freedom?

Answer 31

Humanism

Question 32

How many classical manuscripts did Petrarch collect?

Answer 32

200 manuscripts

Question 33

Who did humanists admire?

Answer 33

Classical authors and their talents

Question 34

Who preserved many classical writings?

Answer 34

Muslim Scholars

Question 35

Why did Leonardo De Vinci, Raphael, and Michelangelo all come to Italy? Which city state did they come to and what did they do?

Answer 35

They all went to Florence for fame and to study classical culture, they “transformed” European Culture

Question 37

Who did Raphael study in Florence?

Answer 37

Leonardo De Vinci

Question 39

What was the primary focus of Western Europeans during the Middle Ages?

Answer 39

Their Roman Catholic religion and the afterlife ## Footnote Most lived according to the rules of the Catholic Church in hopes of reaching Heaven.

Question 40

How did people's outlook on life shift during the Renaissance?

Answer 40

They focused more on enjoying life on Earth while still practicing Roman Catholicism ## Footnote Artists and writers sought fame and recognition as individuals.

Question 41

What became a reward for talent and wealth during the Renaissance?

Answer 41

Fame ## Footnote Wealthy merchants commissioned portraits and autobiographies.

Question 42

What period is often referred to as the Dark Ages?

Answer 42

The Middle Ages ## Footnote Scholars of the Renaissance viewed this time as one of darkness and ignorance.

Question 43

Who were typically the most educated individuals during the Middle Ages?

Answer 43

Priests and monks ## Footnote They operated schools, maintained libraries, and copied texts.

Question 44

What did humanists during the Renaissance focus on?

Answer 44

The writings of ancient Greece and Rome ## Footnote They believed in human potential and the importance of education.

Question 45

What was the view on education during the Renaissance compared to the Middle Ages?

Answer 45

Education was based on humanist thinking rather than solely church teachings ## Footnote This shift promoted a broader understanding of the world.

Question 46

How did the clothing of devoutly religious people in the Middle Ages reflect their beliefs?

Answer 46

They wore poor, rough clothing and lived on plain foods ## Footnote This was modeled by monks in monasteries.

Question 47

What change did humanists suggest regarding enjoying life during the Renaissance?

Answer 47

A person could love and enjoy life without offending God ## Footnote This led to a more lavish lifestyle among the wealthy.

Question 48

What emerged alongside increasing trade and wealth at the end of the Middle Ages?

Answer 48

Food quality and culinary arts, along with luxurious fabrics and clothing ## Footnote This reflected a change in people's way of eating and dressing.

Question 50

What is a Renaissance Man?

Answer 50

A Renaissance Man is a person who is knowledgeable and skilled in a wide range of areas, particularly in the arts and sciences.

Question 51

True or False: The term 'Renaissance Man' originated during the Renaissance period.

Answer 51

True

Question 52

Fill in the blank: Leonardo da Vinci is often considered a prime example of a __________.

Answer 52

Renaissance Man

Question 53

Which of the following is NOT typically associated with a Renaissance Man? A) Painting B) Engineering C) Specialization in one field

Answer 53

C) Specialization in one field

Question 54

Name one characteristic of a Renaissance Man.

Answer 54

Curiosity or versatility in multiple disciplines.

Question 55

What inspired new forms of expression in the Renaissance?

Answer 55

The Renaissance inspired new forms of expression in art, literature, and architecture.

Question 56

What technique did Renaissance artists develop to create an impression of depth?

Answer 56

Perspective.

Question 57

How did the subjects of artwork change during the Renaissance?

Answer 57

Secular (non-religious) subjects became more prominent alongside religious subjects.

Question 58

Which painter in Venice drew inspiration from religious subjects during the Renaissance?

Answer 58

Titian.

Question 59

What is the title of Dante's masterpiece written in Italian?

Answer 59

The Divine Comedy.

Question 60

Which ancient civilization's architecture inspired Renaissance architects?

Answer 60

Ancient Rome.

Question 61

What classical Roman engineering features did Renaissance architects incorporate?

Answer 61

Arches and domes.

Question 62

Who was one of the greatest architects of the Renaissance known for his dome?

Answer 62

Filippo Brunelleschi.

Question 63

What was the height of Brunelleschi's dome when completed in 1436?

Answer 63

About 374 feet.

Question 64

What was the challenge faced by architects in 1418 regarding the cathedral of Florence?

Answer 64

To build a self-supporting dome.

Question 65

What innovative method did Brunelleschi propose for constructing domes?

Answer 65

Building one dome nested inside another.

Question 66

What did Brunelleschi's dome symbolize in the Renaissance?

Answer 66

The freedom of the Renaissance and the human spirit.

Question 67

True or False: Renaissance writers predominantly wrote in Latin.

Answer 67

False.

Question 68

Fill in the blank: Sandro Botticelli painted ________, which celebrates the arrival of spring.

Answer 68

La Primavera.

Question 69

What was a significant change in literature during the Renaissance?

Answer 69

Writers began to use their native languages instead of Latin.

Question 70

What architectural feature is associated with Filippo Brunelleschi's dome?

Answer 70

It remains the largest brick dome ever built.

Question 71

What forms of art existed in the Classical time period and what was the purpose?

Answer 71

Sculpture, painted pottery, murals, and mosaics to show the importance of people, leaders, and gods

Question 72

What were forms of art during Medieval period and what was the purpose?

Answer 72

Stained glass windows, sculptures, illuminated manuscripts, paintings, and tapestries to teach religion to illiterate people

Question 73

What forms of art existed in the Renaissance and what were their importance?

Answer 73

Sculptures, murals, paintings, and drawings to emphasize importance on people and nature, not just religion

Question 74

Which period(s) had many arts with nude subjects produced and what does this emphasize?

Answer 74

Classical and Renaissance and this emphasizes how Renaissance was heavily inspired by classical period.

Question 75

What art techniques were developed during Renaissance?

Answer 75

Realism Perspective Use of Light and Dark Balance and Proportion

Question 76

What does sunlight in renaissance art symbolize?

Answer 76

The freedom that emerged amongst this time period

Question 77

Which period had the most active and emotional art?

Answer 77

Renaissance

Question 78

Which period has more symmetrical art?

Answer 78

Renaissance

Question 79

Which time period had more flat art?

Answer 79

Classical and Medieval Art

Question 80

Which color is used most in Medieval times and does its art ever have multiple colors in their backgrounds?

Answer 80

Gold and no, medieval art doesn’t use multiple colors and does not have interest in creating a realistic space

Question 81

What time period showed heroic figures or real people doing daily tasks in their art?

Answer 81

Classical Renaissance also uses real people doing daily tasks as art subjects (emphasizing classical inspiration in Renaissance)

Question 82

Does the classical period use the sense of perspective as much as in Renaissance?

Answer 82

They have a very small sense of perspective (when distinct objects look smaller and far away) and Renaissance has a larger sense of perspective

Question 83

What clothing types are used in each period’s art?

Answer 83

Classical: Semi-nude/Sometimes Togas Medieval: Fully clothed, wear deeply carved stiff clothes Renaissance: May be nude or clothed