Medieval vs Renaissance

Which lifestyle emphasized enjoying life as important?

• Medieval

• Renaissance

• Both

• Neither

Which of the following best describes the focus of medieval painting?

• Secular themes

• Realistic portrayals

• Religious topics

• Individual portraits

During the Renaissance, which new technique helped artists create more realistic paintings?

• Flat backgrounds

• Perspective

• Grotesque figures

• Symbolic representation

What was the primary purpose of medieval sculpture?

• Studying human anatomy

• Religious subjects and monuments for leaders

• Decorating homes

• Personal expression

How did Renaissance sculptors improve their artwork compared to medieval times?

• By making sculptures viewable only from the front

• By intentionally creating grotesque figures

• By studying anatomy to make figures look more realistic

• By focusing solely on religious themes

Which architectural style is associated with medieval cathedrals?

• Classical

• Gothic

• Renaissance

• Baroque

What new feature became common in Renaissance architecture?

• Pointed arches

• Dark interiors

• Hidden internal supports

• Visible structural elements

Who had primary access to texts during the medieval period?

• The general public

• The Church

• Merchants and traders

• Artists and sculptors

In what language were most medieval texts written?

• French

• Italian

• Latin

• English

How did Renaissance literature differ from medieval literature in terms of subject matter?

• It focused more on religious topics

• It included more entertainment and a celebration of humanity

• It was exclusively educational

• It only contained Church-approved ideas