Vocab/Key Terms
Central Idea
The major, or big idea, of an informational text.
Who were Raphael's influences? Name two.
Leonardo Da Vinci & Michelangelo
Name of the man who Raphael spent a lot of time with in his studio as a boy. Hint: He was a potter.
Benedetto
How is the biography different than the text "The Child of Urbino? Tell me 1 difference.
Possible answers:
1. The author uses dialogue
2. The author uses plot
3. The author using fictional narrative rather than a biography format
4. The author focuses on ONE major event from Raphael's life
Dialogue
conversation between two or more people as a feature of a book, play, or movie.
What artistic movement was Raphael part of in Italy?
The Renaissance
How long Luca had to create the jar and platter for the Duke
3 months
Tell me ONE characteristic of a biography
Possible answers:
1. Biographies contain facts
2. Chronological organization
3. Focus on key events of the subject
Fictional Narrative
An imagined story that uses the plot elements
According to the biography we read in class, what was one of Raphael's nicknames?
"The Prince of Painters"
Whose work (pottery) did the duke choose?
What is the central idea of "Biography of Raphael"
Raphael was an important Renaissance artist whose talent, training, and influences from other famous artists helped him create artwork that was admired then and is still celebrated today.
Biography
A nonfiction, written account of a real person's life, created by someone else, usually detailing their accomplishments.
The place where Raphael was from
Urbino, Italy
What reward did the duke give Raphael?
A jewel than hung on a gold chain
What is the author's purpose of "The Biography of Raphael?" Hint! Remember "P.I.E" (persuade, inform, entertain)
To inform / teach us about the life and accomplishments of the Renaissance painter, Raphael
Figurative Language
using words creatively, not literally, to make writing more exciting, like saying "it's raining cats and dogs" to mean it's raining hard
One of Raphael's greatest works
The Sistine Chapel
Genre: What type of story is "The Child of Urbino?"
Fictional Narrative
What is the central idea of "The Child of Urbino?"
the early development of immense artistic talent, showcasing how dedication, observation, and passion during childhood can lead to future greatness