Renaissance Flashcard

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What does the word 'Renaissance' mean?

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Rebirth

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Which languages does the word 'Renaissance' come from?

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French and Latin

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What type of movement was the Renaissance?

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Cultural

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What did ancient Greeks build that was supported by pillars and columns?

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Strong buildings

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Where did the Renaissance begin?

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Italy

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What is a key characteristic of Renaissance art?

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Realism and attention to detail.

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Who is considered the father of Renaissance humanism?

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Petrarch

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What invention helped spread Renaissance ideas quickly?

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The printing press.

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Name a famous Renaissance artist known for painting the Mona Lisa.

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Leonardo da Vinci.

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What was the focus of Renaissance thinkers?

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Human potential and achievements.