Renaissance Flashcard

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What invention revolutionized communication in Europe during the Renaissance?

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The printing press.

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Which 20th-century invention has had a similar impact to the printing press?

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The internet.

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What are the main areas of achievement during the Renaissance?

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Science, arts, and technology.

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Why is the Renaissance referred to as the Early Modern Period?

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It was the start of the transition to the Modern Era.

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How did the Black Death contribute to the Renaissance?

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The collapse of much of European society made room for new ideas.

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What does the term 'Renaissance' mean in French?

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Rebirth.

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What was being reborn during the Renaissance?

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Ancient Greek and Roman culture.

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What role did merchants play in the Renaissance?

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They gained power and influence in society.

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How did the Renaissance influence education?

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It emphasized humanism and the study of classical texts.

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What is humanism?

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A cultural and intellectual movement that emphasized human potential and achievements.