Art & Artists
What country did the Renaissance first occur in?
Italy
List two causes of the Northern Renaissance.
The northern population began to recover from the plague; cities were growing rapidly.
What was the dominant religion in Western Europe during the Middle Ages?
Christian, specifically Catholic.
What were two impacts of the Reformation?
Left Europe religiously divided; numerous religious wars.
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What was the Renaissance?
A rebirth of science and art.
Describe how the Renaissance spread after the invention of the printing press.
More people can afford books; more people have books; people learn to read; education increases; Renaissance spreads.
After King Henry VIII's death, who was in conflict?
Catholics and Protestants.
How did the Reformation affect the power of kings?
Helped kings gain power and form nations.
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How was art paid for during the Renaissance?
Wealthy individuals or patrons
What problems did the church face before reform?
Corruption, abuse, immorality, extravagant art projects, and the sale of indulgences.
Describe two aspects of the Spanish Inquisition.
Tried to convert Jews, Muslims, Protestants; many accounts of torture and executions; expulsion of Jews and Muslims.
What did Luther believe about the Bible's authority?
The Bible is the central religious authority.
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Who was the famous English writer known for "Romeo and Juliet"?
William Shakespeare.
Why did King Henry VIII break away from the Catholic Church?
The pope said he could not divorce his first wife, Catherine.
List three problems with the Church before reform.
Corruption, abuse, immorality.
List two ways education changed during the Renaissance.
Increased literacy rates; more people had access to books.
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List the 4 artists considered Renaissance masters.
Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Donatello.
List two reforms to the Catholic Church to improve its reputation.
Schools to better educate priests; stop the spread of Protestantism.
What were the key points of Luther's 95 Theses?
The Bible is the central religious authority; humans may reach salvation only by faith, not by deeds.
How did the Renaissance affect the questioning of long-held beliefs?
Encouraged education and critical thinking.
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