Fun Facts
What was the first fun fact listed on the slide?
"Christopher Columbus was born in Genoa, you can even visit his house today"
What type of govt did Genoa have during the Renaissance period?
Republican.
Where did Genoas wealth mainly come from?
ship building.
What type of art did he create?
realistic and detailed
What is another word for North America?
The New World
how many paintings did Justus of Ghent make?
53
What is a republican government?
when people get to chose their leader rather than having a king or queen.
What is one thing Genoa traded?
petroleum products, textiles, iron, steel, paper, sugar, and cement are all correct.
What types of paints did he use?
oil based paints
what two names did he gain?
"discoverer" & "master navigator"
When was Genoa founded?
in the 10th century.
Why did Genoa have a republican govt?
because the few noble families began to fight oo much.
Where was it located?
on the coast.
Why is he remembered to this day?
he is remembered for his artistic skills.
How many pounds does it cost to visit his house?
3 pounds