Renaissance

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The Renaissance in western Europe was a period noted for

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a shift from a spiritual focus to a more humanistic one

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During the Renaissance, the role of the individual as well as the study of Latin and Greek classics, moral philosophy, and history were closely associated with

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humanism

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The Crusades are considered a turning point in history because they

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contributed to the transition from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance

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The influence of Greek and Roman culture on some Renaissance art is reflected in

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a realistic portrayal of the human body

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A major reason the Renaissance began in the Italian city-states was their location on the Mediterranean Sea

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location on the Mediterranean Sea

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Which statement best expresses the philosophy of Humanism? Options: God selects those to be saved. The pope expresses the ultimate word of God. People have potential and can improve themselves by learning. A person’s life on Earth is merely preparation for the afterlife.

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People have potential and can improve themselves by learning.

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A reason the Renaissance began in the Italian city-states was that they had wealth gained from trade with Constantinople.

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had wealth gained from trade with Constantinople

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Which philosophy that was developed during the Renaissance is associated with a shift in focus away from religious subjects toward more secular subjects?

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humanism

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During the Renaissance, humanist philosophers emphasized the importance of

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individualism

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What was one ideal of Renaissance humanism?

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investigating areas of interest and fulfilling one’s potential