Artists
Which artist created the iconic painting “Mona Lisa”?
Who is Leonardo da Vinci
A philosophical movement emphasizing human potential, individual achievement, and the study of classical literature and thought
Humanism
What royal title is given to the ruler of Florence who was a significant patron of the arts during the Renaissance?
Duke
What cultural movement emphasized individualism and exploration of human experience, contributing to Renaissance thought?
The Enlightenment
A invention that helped with the spread of literature
The printing press
Who is the artist famous for the sculpture of David, which represents a biblical hero?
Donatello
A strong influence from ancient Greek and Roman art
Classicalism
Who was the monarch of Spain that sponsored Christopher Columbus's voyages?
King Ferdinand II and Queen Isabella I
Name one of the main factors that led to the decline of feudalism during the Renaissance.
The rise of a merchant class
Name an invention that improved warfare in the Renaissance.
The cannon or gunpowder weapons
William Shakespeare
A focus on depicting the natural world realistically, including human anatomy and emotions, in art.
Naturalism
: What was the name of the royal family that ruled France during much of the Renaissance?
The Valois dynasty
What economic system that emerged in the Renaissance allowed for increased trade and wealth among merchants?
Mercantilism
What device did Galileo invent that improved the study of astronomy?
Telescope
Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Michelangelo
Wealthy individuals and the Church commissioning artists to create works of art.
Patronage
Which Queen of England is known for her role during the Elizabethan era?
Queen Elizabeth I
Which event, involving the fall of Constantinople, contributed to the spread of Renaissance ideas to Western Europe?
The Fall of Constantinople in 1453
Using controlled methods to test a theory is called
The scientific method
This author thought it was better to be feared than loved
Niccolo Machiavelli
Developments in fields like astronomy, anatomy, and mathematics
Scientific Advancement:
Who was the King of England known for his six marriages during the Renaissance period?
Henry VIII
This catastrophic event encouraged people to embrace life. Leading to the Renaissance
The plague
Identify an invention that revolutionized art during the Renaissance.
The oil paint, which allowed for greater detail and color in art