Terminology
A French word, meaning "rebirth"
Renaissance
Where did the Renaissance begin?
Italy
These wealthy patrons sponsored famous artists such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.
The Medicis
A person who provides financial support for the arts
Patron
True or False: Italy was not yet a country during the Renaissance.
True. The area now known as Italy was a collection of city states.
Which artist painted the Sistine Chapel?
Michelangelo
Someone who seeks wisdom about existence and reality.
Philosopher
Cities located near harbours grew rich and powerful because they became centres of _______.
Trade.
Which artist painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo da Vinci
This terms refers to the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome.
Classical
The mountains in Italy made it difficult to build roads. BUT a few ____ _________ ______ were established and became major trade routes.
Old Roman roads.
Which artist painted the Pianta della Catena (a representation of Renaissance Florence)?
Francesco di Lorenzo Rosselli (or Rosselli)
A system of thought that centres on humans and their values, abilities, and worth.
Humanism
A politically independent city, and the rural area around it.
City state