Basics of the Renaissance
What does the word "Renaissance" mean?
Rebirth.
What event helped increase trade between Europe and Asia before the Renaissance?
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The Crusades.
What is a city-state?
An independent city with its own government.
What is "humanism," and which ancient civilizations inspired it?
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Focus on human potential; inspired by Greece and Rome.
Who invented the printing press, and when?
Johannes Gutenberg, in 1440.
When did the Renaissance take place?
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About the 1300s to 1600s.
Why were spices and silk so valuable in Europe?
They were rare luxury goods.
Why were Italian city-states able to become wealthy during the Renaissance?
Through trade and commerce.
Name one Greek or Roman idea about government that influenced the Renaissance.
Democracy.
How did the printing press make books more accessible?
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It allowed books to be copied quickly and cheaply.
Name two famous Renaissance artists.
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Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.
Name one Italian city that became wealthy through trade during the Renaissance.
Venice.
What industry was Florence known for?
Wool and textiles.
What art technique did Renaissance artists learn from Greek and Roman art?
Perspective. - painting more realistically
What impact did the printing press have on literacy during the Renaissance?
Literacy rates began to rise.
What invention made it easier to make and share books during the Renaissance?
The printing press.
Who were the Medicis, and how did they support the Renaissance?
A wealthy family in Florence that funded artists and scholars.
How did banking help spread Renaissance ideas?
It funded art, education, and exploration
How did studying Greek and Roman science affect the Renaissance?
It led to new discoveries and a focus on observation
How did the printing press help Renaissance ideas spread beyond Italy?
It allowed more people to read and share ideas.
How did the Renaissance impact our lives today?
It inspired changes in art, science, and culture.
How did the fall of Constantinople in 1453 contribute to the Renaissance?
Greek scholars brought ancient knowledge to Italy.
Why did wealthy families like the Medicis invest in art and science?
They could afford it and wanted to support culture.
Why did many Greek scholars move to Italy during the Renaissance?
They fled after the fall of Constantinople.
Why were schools and universities important for spreading Renaissance ideas?
They taught Renaissance knowledge to many students