7th Grade Renaissance Review

What two civilizations inspired and influenced the artistic styles of the Renaissance?

• Ancient Egypt and Ancient Persia

• Ancient Persia and Ancient Greece

• Ancient Rome and Mesopotamia

• Ancient Rome and Ancient Greece

Leonardo da Vinci was best known for his contributions to which part of Renaissance culture?

• art

• philosophy

• politics

• writing

Which figure also belongs in this list?

Figures of the Northern Renaissance

Pieter Bruegel

Jan van Eyck

Johannes Gutenberg

William Shakespeare

• A. Titian

• B. Albrecht Dürer

• C. Leonardo da Vinci

• D. Miguel de Cervantes

Leonardo da Vinci's greatest contributions to the Renaissance are found in what field?

• the arts

• the sciences

• politics

• warfare

The piece of Renaissance art shown in the photograph was commissioned by Lorenzo de Medici. Who was the artist?

• A. Leonardo da Vinci

• B. Michelangelo

• C. Raphael

• D. Titian

Which is the best title for this list?

• Famous Renaissance Artists

• Rulers of Renaissance Florence

• Renaissance Patrons of the Arts

• Great Authors of the Renaissance

Which number correctly identifies a painting made during the Renaissance by Leonardo da Vinci?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

According to this chart, which statement is true?

• A. European culture developed a strong dependence on religion.

• B. European culture developed new agricultural techniques.

• C. European culture developed a market economy.

• D. European culture developed advanced medical knowledge.

What was one reason that Italy became the center of the Renaissance in Europe?

• It was invaded by the Moors, making it the most advanced European civilization.

• It was geographically located on the Mediterranean Sea, making it a center for trade.

• It was untouched by the Crusades, leaving it in better condition than other parts of Europe.

• It was the home of Ancient Athens, giving it a unique and historical power.

Due to Humanism, the concept of Fortuna gained widespread acceptance as the concept of Providence waned. How did the concept of Fortuna affect religious beliefs?

• Fortuna contradicted the belief of God’s divine will, and people viewed their circumstances and destiny as matters of chance.

• Fortuna relied less on the Bible, and followers looked to Christian university scholars for religious advice.

• Fortuna prompted the rejection of Biblical verses that contradicted laws of science but adherence to the belief in God’s will.

• Fortuna and Providence were equally prevalent since both concepts emphasized self-determination and a disbelief in pre-destination.