Unit 1 Rev

The Renaissance covers the time period between _______________.

• 1300-1600

• 1000-1200

• 1700-1900

• 800-1000

Which of the following was NOT a societal change that helped the Renaissance occur?

• the standard of living increased because the population had decreased.

• an increase in an agricultural economy allowed the middle class to purchase more arts and literature.

• literacy rates increased which led to a higher demand for books.

• merchants, traders and bankers had extra income to fund the arts and literature.

This Italian city-state in Northern Italy was the link between Asia and Europe. It became a trade empire and an international power house.

• Milan

• Genoa

• Venice

• Florence

This Italian city-state was controlled by the Medici family at a time when it was the cultural center of Italy.

• Milan

• Genoa

• Venice

• Florence

In Europe, a major characteristic of humanism was

• a belief in the supremacy of the state in relation to individual rights

• a rejection of ancient civilizations and their cultures

• an emphasis on social control and obedience to national rulers

• an appreciation for the basic worth of individual achievement

People who supported artists through purchasing goods were called

• humanists

• patrons

• reformers

• skeptics

Which of the following is true about art during the Renaissance?

• Perspective showed art in two dimensions using a horizon point.

• The printing press allowed famous works of art to be enjoyed by everyone.

• Artists focused on biblical stories rather than humans and nature.

• Oil based paints didn’t dry as quickly which allowed artists to add more details.

Among his works are the "David" and "Pieta" statues and the Sistine Chapel frescoes.

• Raphael

• Donatello

• Leonardo

• Michelangelo

Leonardo da Vinci was an excellent example of Renaissance Italy’s social ideal because he

• was a politician, and politicians were considered the pinnacle of human achievement.

• came from a wealthy family and greatly improved his family’s status in society.

• wrote grand romantic poetry and insightful political treatises.

• was a painter, sculptor, architect, inventor, and mathematician.

By the age of 25, he was regarded as one of Italy’s greatest painters. He was especially admired for his Madonnas.

• Raphael

• Donatello

• Leonardo

• Michelangelo