Miscellaneous
This is a French word means “Rebirth.” Rebirth of interest in Greco-Roman history and the past. Resulted in a growth of trade, learning, and the arts.
The Renaissance
Wealthy family who ruled Florence, Italy. Profited primarily from banking. Used their money to beautify their city.
The Medici
Cities that ruled like independent countries. Created competition between them to build and beautify their cities. Showing off their wealth.
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A follower of Socrates and the teacher of Aristotle, he founded the Academy in Athens.
Plato
Johannes Gutenberg Developed an advanced way of making books. This led to the mass production of the Bible.
Movable Type Printing Press