Renaissance
What does the term "Renaissance" mean?
Rebirth
The ninja turtles are named after the four most famous renaissance artists who are they
Who wrote the 95 Theses?
Martin Luther
What was the Catholic Church’s response to the Reformation called?
The Counter-Reformation
Why did the Renaissance begin in Italy?
Italy was wealthy from trade and had a connection to ancient Roman culture.
During the Renaissance Europeans started reading books from which two cultures?
Roman and Greek
Who invented the printing Press
What did Martin Luther criticize about the Catholic Church?
The sale of indulgences
What was the meeting where Catholic leaders reformed Church practices?
The Council of Trent
Why was the invention of the printing press so important?
It made books cheaper and spread ideas quickly.
What is it called when a wealthy person sponsors an artists
Patronage
Which Philosopher Monk played a Major role in promoting Christian Humanism
Thomas Aquinas
When more people became able to read the bible what issues did we encounter?
People disagreed leading to more conflicts and wars
What new religious order, founded by Ignatius of Loyola, focused on education and missionary work?
The Jesuits
What role did Roman and Greek books play in the Renaissance
They inspired a movement of Human focused thinking
What was the focus of humanism during the Renaissance?
Human potential and Excellence
This English playwright’s works, like Romeo and Juliet, reflected Renaissance ideas.
Shakespeare
Can you define Predestination
the belief that God has already chosen who will be saved
The Church created a word for someone who goes against God what was this word
Heretic
How did Renaissance humanism influence the Protestant Reformation?
It encouraged people to question traditional authority and seek personal understanding.
Which wealthy family became the richest in Europe through banking and what city where they from?
The Medicis/Florence
What was the name of the English King who left the catholic church and his two daughters that became queen.
Henry the Eighth, Mary the 1st (bloody mary) Elizabeth The 1st. The Tudor Dynasty
How did the Reformation contribute to the idea of individualism?
It encouraged people to interpret the Bible for themselves rather than relying on the Church.
Overall, what did the catholic church change to regain the trust of many believers
Renewed focus on education, Good deeds, and addressing corruption.
How did exploration and trade during the Renaissance change Europe’s economy?
It created wealth that funded art, education, and cultural growth.