Worldview
What are the six key elements of the Worldviews Icon?
Geography, Time, Society, Values, Beliefs, Economy
What was the hierarchical system of society during the Middle Ages called?
Feudalism
What trade route connected the East and West, facilitating cultural exchange?
The Silk Road
What does "Renaissance" mean, and when did it occur?
"Rebirth," occurring from the late 14th to the early 17th century.
Who invented the printing press, and why was it significant?
Johannes Gutenberg; it made books affordable and accessible, increasing literacy.
What event from The Gods Must Be Crazy exemplifies the impact of intercultural contact on worldview?
The introduction of a pop bottle
Who were the primary workers on a lord's land during the feudal period?
Which city-state thrived during the Renaissance due to its strategic location and trade advantages?
Florence
Name one key belief of Renaissance humanists.
Reason and curiosity lead to truth, and education should develop character, body, and mind.
How do societal experiences contribute to the development of an individual's worldview?
They influence beliefs, assumptions, and interpretations of the world.
What were guilds, and what role did they play in feudal society?
Cooperative organizations that controlled production and trade, helping unskilled laborers become artisans.
What technological advancements in navigation helped European explorers?
The compass, astrolabe, and improved ship designs like the caravel and carrack.
What is the difference between Medieval and Renaissance art?
Medieval art focused on religious themes, while Renaissance art emphasized realism, perspective, and human emotion.
Explain the difference between mechanical and natural views of time in worldview.
Mechanical time is based on clocks and schedules; natural time aligns with nature and seasons.
How did the Black Death impact the feudal system?
It reduced the population, enabling workers to demand higher wages and shifting social structures.
What event disrupted European trade routes to Asia and motivated exploration?
The Fall of Constantinople in 1453
Who was Francesco Petrarch, and why is he significant?
A key humanist who believed in the superiority of classical civilizations and inspired the Renaissance.
Name a historical example of a worldview change discussed in the unit.
Shifts in laws regarding child labor and voting rights.
What were sumptuary laws, and what was their purpose?
Laws restricting what people could wear or consume based on social status to maintain social order.
What contributions did Prince Henry the Navigator make to exploration?
Established a navigation school, advanced ship designs, and required captains to keep detailed logs.
How did Renaissance education differ from that of the Middle Ages?
It included Greek and Roman writings, ethics, and history, alongside traditional subjects like grammar and logic.