Unit 1: Renaissance Review

What does the term “Renaissance” mean?

• Revise
• Rebirth
• Renewal
• Return

What society did the people of the Renaissance look to for inspiration?

• The Greeks and Romans
• The Egyptians
• The Middle Ages
• The Vikings

When did the Renaissance occur?

• 1050-1350
• 1350-1550
• 1750-1950
• 1950-2000

What were patrons?

• Artists who created new styles of painting and sculpture
• Wealthy individuals or families who supported artists
• Scholars who focused on Christian humanism
• Leaders of the Italian city-states

What effect did the Crusades have on the Renaissance?

• They led to a decline of trade and the isolation of Europe.
• They led to increased cultural exchanges, trade, and a renewed interest in classical knowledge.
• They resulted in the complete destruction of ancient Greek and Roman texts.
• They caused the main religion in Europe to shift from Christianity to Islam.

Who were the Medici family?

• A wealthy family from Florence who supported artists like Michelangelo.
• A noble family from Venice known for their conquests and rule over Italy.
• A political family that established the first democracy in Florence.
• A family of inventors and artists who worked with other artists like da Vinci and Botticelli.

What is humanism?

• A religious movement focused on the teachings of the Church.
• A political system based on the rule of kings and queens.
• An intellectual movement focused on human potential and achievements.
• A scientific theory about the origins of humans.

What does it mean that society was becoming more secular during the Renaissance?

• Religion was becoming more important for people to practice in their daily lives.
• Government was becoming more involved in the economy of the Renaissance.
• Society was separating itself away from religion in their daily lives.
• Renaissance artists chose not to portray religion in their artwork.

Why was Leonardo da Vinci considered a Renaissance Man?

• He studied different subjects like math, anatomy, art, and engineering.
• He was a man born during the Renaissance.
• He only focused on painting and sculpting.
• He wrote many works about humanity and the inner struggle of emotions.

Dante's Divine Comedy was influential to Renaissance writers and artists because he wrote in the vernacular. What does vernacular mean?

• The Latin language
• The common language
• Using paper rather than parchment
• Backwards writing