The Foundations
What does the word ‘Renaissance’ mean?
Rebirth
Men at Renaissance fairs often wear these puffy short pants.
breeches
These entertainers juggle, tumble, and perform tricks for crowds.
jesters
Which Renaissance polymath painted the Mona Lisa?
Leonardo Da Vinci
What os one of the most iconic foods sold at the fair.
turkey legs
The king’s wife holds this royal title.
queen
In which country did the Renaissance begin?
Italy
Women sometimes wear this structured garment to shape the torso.
corset
Archery contests use this weapon.
bow
Michelangelo’s David is roughly as tall as which animal?
Giraffe
This honey-based alcoholic drink was popular in medieval times.
mead
A person of noble birth ranking below a duke is often called this.
earl/count
Which powerful family ruled Florence throughout much of the Renaissance?
The Medici Family
This feathered cap is a popular accessory for fairgoers.
cavalier hat
Musicians at fairs often play this stringed instrument similar to a small harp.
lute
Which Vatican chapel had its ceiling elaborately painted by Michaelangelo?
Sistine Chapel
Performers may shout this cheerful phrase before drinking together.
“Huzzah!”
Royal decrees were sometimes sealed with this melted substance.
wax
Which of the following inventions was not invented during the Renaissance?
Alarm Clock
Leather boots that rise to the knee are commonly worn by these adventurous fair characters.
pirates
Falconers demonstrate the handling of these trained birds of prey.
falcons/hawks
Which English Renaissance writer is now England’s national bard?
William Shakespeare
Bread baked without modern yeast was often called this type of bread.
flatbread
This English queen ruled during the late Renaissance and is often celebrated at fairs.
Queen Elizabeth I
Saint Peter’s Basilica is one of the most famous Renaissance buildings, but how long did it take to build?
150 years
This decorative handheld object was used by nobles to stay cool.
fan
This mythical creature is often featured on Renaissance-themed shields and banners.
dragon
Craftspeople at fairs often demonstrate this blacksmith skill of shaping heated metal.
forging
This spice, once very valuable, was often traded during Renaissance times.
cinnamon
Knights often pledged loyalty to this person in the feudal system.
lord/monarch