Italian Art
Leonardo da Vinci is associated with which artistic movement?
The Renaissance (il Rinascimento)
What is the Italian word for "lunch"?
il pranzo
What Fascist dictator ruled Italy in the 20th century?
Benito Mussolini
beautiful
bello / bella
grande
big, tall
Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Michelangelo
Which meal of the day is the smallest for Italians?
Breakfast (la colazione)
In what century was Italy unified into one country?
The 19th century
ugly
brutto / brutta
difficile
difficult
In what region was Leonardo da Vinci born?
Tuscany (Toscana)
What goes onto a Pizza Margherita?
tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil
In what year was the fall of Rome?
476 AD
bathroom
il bagno
facile
easy
Which Italian city is known for its glassmaking?
Venice (Venezia)
Cannoli are from what region of Italy?
Sicily (Sicilia)
What people immediately predate the Romans?
The Etruscans
to listen
ascoltare
compro
I buy
Which artistic movement immediately followed the Renaissance?
Baroque (Barocco)
The city of Modena is famous for producing what iconic Italian product?
balsamic vinegar
According to legend, who founded the city of Rome?
Romulus and Remus
desk
banco / scrivania
corridoio
hallway