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Origin
Society
Commedia Dell'Arte
Culture
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What does the term "Renaissance" mean in French?
Rebirth
100
Where did the Italian Renaissance era begin?
Tuscany, Flourence
100
What was the ideal "renaissance man"?
One who had an insatiable curiosity, broad interests, and many talents
100
What is commedia dell'arte?
A form of theatre characterized by two main types, masked and unmasked and involved improvised performances based on sketches or scenarios
100
What began the famous Italian Wars??
The peak of the Renaissance towards the end of the 15th century
200
The Italian Renaissance marked the transition between what two eras?
Medieval and Early Modern Europe
200
When did the Italian Renaissance era start?
The 14th century
200
What was renaissance Humanism?
A collection of intellectual Greek and Roman teachings, undertaken by scholars, writers, and civic leaders.
200
What is the closest translation of "commedia dell'arte"?
Comedy of craft
200
Which gender was more expensive to raise??
Young girls, which could cause some poor families to go bankrupt.
300
The Italian Renaissance began after what time period?
The Dark Ages
300
What city was the heartland of the Roman Empire and southern Italy?
Latium
300
Who was known as the "Father of Humanism" in the Italian Renaissance era?
Petrarch
300
Where did commedia dell'arte actors perform and how many members were in each troupe??
Outside on temporary stages and 10-12 members
300
What were some eating habits of the wealthy Italians during the renaissance??
Using exotic ingredients to make their meals and eating their meals on plates made of wood, metal, and later fine porcelain.
400
What city became one of the wealthiest cities in northern Italy due mainly to its woolen textile production?
Venice
400
Northern Italy was not richer in resources than many other parts of Europe. What allowed it to prosper?
Trade
400
Who initiated the printing of books in Venice?
Aldus Manutius
400
In commedia dell'arte, what were companies?
Troupes of actors, each of whom had a specific name, role, and traits that set them apart from similar characters.
400
What is the renaissance era mostly famous for??
Their achievements in art and culture
500
BONUS QUESTION: When did the Italian Renaissance era end and why??
It ended in the 16th century. Italy was being torn apart by wars, while the kings of England, France, And Spain battled for control of the wealthy peninsula.
500
BONUS QUESTION: Who came to power in 1447 in Milan and what did he accomplish??
Francesco Sforza, who rapidly transformed Tuscany into a major centre of art and learning.
500
BONUS QUESTION: Who was titled the "Father of Modern Science" and why??
Leonardo da Vinci because he left almost no stone un-turned. He achieved mastery over the principles of mechanical engineering, botany, and made incredible astronomical observations.
500
BONUS QUESTION: Give the definition of stock characters and the three main types.
Stock characters are the actors who improvised a scene from a single plot line. The three main types are servant, master, and innamorati (lovers)
500
BONUS QUESTION: Describe the fashion during the Italian Renaissance
The clothing one wore said much about their social class. The rich would wear velvet, satin, and cotton, while the poor wore flannel and other cheaply made fabrics. Men would wear boots, pants, a shirt, vest and a hat. Women would often wear shoes, an over and an under skirt, a shirt, a bodice, a hat or snood, with their long hair braided.