Renaissance
A time period that means "rebirth" in learning
What is the Renaissance
Writer of the book "The Prince", that became influential on political leaders in Western civilization
Who is Machiavelli
A term meaning Cruel and oppressive government or rule
What is Tyranny
This priest believed in the idea of predestination along with faith alone for salvation and he forbid dancing, singing, and feasting.
Who is John Calvin
Brutal Catholic court set up in the Middle-ages to combat heresy.
the Inquisition
A type of government, a small group of people having control over a country or organization
What is an Oligraphy
Person who support the arts
What is a patron
These three were the most important artists of the Renaissance
What is Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Raphael
During this time period superstition and skepticism led to thousands being accused of....
practicing witchcraft
A form of cooperative argumentative dialogue between individuals based on asking questions to stimulate critical thinking and to draw out ideas.
What is the Socratic Method
This monk believed that salvation was achieved by faith alone and that it was a sin to sell indulgences
Who is Martin Luther
Jews were pressured to convert and live in this area
What are ghettos
Which of the main city states in Ancient Greece focuses more on War
What is Sparta
The discovery of this allowed artists to create realistic art
What is perspective
Christian humanist that questioned the Catholic church for not wanting people to read in their own language. He also translated the new testament into Greek.
Erasmus
What did both city states have in common?
Slavery, women being low, same religion and language